Mediterranean Barracuda (Sphyraena sphyraena)

The Mediterranean Barracuda can grow up to 1 metre long, with a rather narrow cylindrical body distinguished from its large, pointed head. . It is a large species, normally around 30-60 cm in length and 6kg of weight, although there are records of animals growing up to 165 cm and 12kg of weight.

The jaw is powerful, with numerous sharp teeth. They usually live at a maximum depth of 50 metres. Its behaviour is curious, as when they are young they usually move in schools, while as they reach adult age, they become more solitary.

They are found near the top of the water and near coral reefs and sea grasses. They are a social species and large groups of Sphyraena sphyraena numbering between ten and two hundred individuals have been recorded.