The Pacific Barracuda is a sleek, elongated fish with sharp teeth and a silver-blue body. They are known for their speed and agility, making them formidable predators in the water.
Habitat
Coastal waters, often near reefs and schools of smaller fish.
Diet
Carnivorous, primarily feeding on fish.
How common
Common
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