Sealife guideThe Sphyraenidae familyThe taxonomy of marine species
Explore the taxonomy of the sea vertebrates including the cetaceans like the whales or the dolphins, the sea birds, the fish, the sharks and the sea turtles !
The Sphyraenidae family, commonly known as barracudas, includes around 29 species. These species are typically found in tropical and subtropical waters around the world, primarily in the Atlantic, Indian and Pacific oceans. Barracudas are known for their elongated bodies, sharp teeth and predatory nature.
Blackfin barracuda
(Sphyraena qenie)
(Sphyraena qenie)
Great barracuda
(Sphyraena barracuda)
(Sphyraena barracuda)
Mexican barracuda
(Sphyraena ensis)
(Sphyraena ensis)
Obtuse barracuda
(Sphyraena obtusata)
(Sphyraena obtusata)
Yellowmouth barracuda
(Sphyraena viridensis)
(Sphyraena viridensis)
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