Barracuda

GPTKB entity

Properties (53)
Predicate Object
gptkbp:instanceOf Fish
gptkbp:behavior Can be aggressive when provoked
Solitary_or_in_schools
gptkbp:challenges Can be difficult to catch due to speed and agility
gptkbp:character Not venomous
gptkbp:characterDevelopment Aggressive hunters
gptkbp:classification Eukaryota,_Animalia,_Chordata,_Actinopterygii
gptkbp:colors Silver with blue or greenish hues
gptkbp:commonName gptkb:Barracuda
gptkbp:cookingMethod Grilling, baking, and frying
Potential for ciguatera poisoning in some regions
gptkbp:cultural_significance Featured in various cuisines
gptkbp:culturalHeritage Mentioned in literature and media.
Multiple_species_within_the_family_Sphyraenidae
gptkbp:diet Carnivorous
gptkbp:distribution Atlantic_and_Pacific_Oceans
gptkbp:educational_programs Can form large schools under certain conditions
gptkbp:environmentalProtection Top predator in marine ecosystems
gptkbp:family Sphyraenidae
gptkbp:fauna Great barracuda
Not commonly farmed
Year-round in some areas
Often featured in fishing competitions
Streamlined body for fast swimming
Other_species_in_Sphyraenidae
gptkbp:fishSpecies Sustainable practices encouraged
Subject to local regulations
Jigging and live bait fishing
Trolling and casting
Popular among sport fishermen
Catch and release recommended
Fly fishing possible in some areas
Overfishing concerns in some regions
Sought after for size and fight
Use of wire leaders recommended
gptkbp:habitat Tropical and subtropical oceans
gptkbp:healthcare Kept in large marine aquariums
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Barracuda
gptkbp:lifespan Up to 14 years
gptkbp:localNames Various names in different cultures
gptkbp:migration Some species are migratory
gptkbp:mouth Sharp and fang-like
gptkbp:order Perciformes
gptkbp:predators Larger fish and sharks
gptkbp:reproduction Oviparous
gptkbp:research Studied for ecological impact and behavior
gptkbp:senses Excellent vision and lateral line system
gptkbp:size Up to 6 feet long
gptkbp:skin White and flaky
gptkbp:sport Popular target for anglers
gptkbp:sustainability_initiatives Not endangered
gptkbp:waterSource Up to 27 mph
gptkbp:wildlife Typically found at depths of 10 to 100 feet