Guinean barracuda
(Sphyraena afra)
General data
Scientific names:
Guinean barracuda
Habitat:
Saltwater
Climate:
Tropical
Native to coast of:
Africa
Distribution:
Atlantic Ocean
Sphyraena afra, commonly known as the Guinean barracuda, is a species of barracuda found off the western coast of Africa from Senegal to Namibia. They are not particularly common throughout their range. They are carnivorous, feeding on fish and shrimp. They are found on the continental shelf and are known to occur from lagoons and estuaries out to a depth of 75 m (246 ft).
Max length: 205 cm TL; common length : 100 cm TL; max. published weight: 50 kg
