Great Barracuda

GPTKB entity

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Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:fish
gptkbp:adaptation adapted to ambush hunting.
gptkbp:behavior solitary or in schools
may form loose aggregations
gptkbp:body_style elongated and streamlined
gptkbp:color can change color based on environment
silver with dark vertical stripes
gptkbp:common_name gptkb:Barracuda
gptkbp:conservation_efforts monitored by fisheries management
gptkbp:conservation_status gptkb:Least_Concern
gptkbp:cooking_method grilling, baking, frying
gptkbp:cuisine considered good for eating
gptkbp:cultural_references featured in literature and media
gptkbp:cultural_significance popular in sport fishing
gptkbp:diet carnivorous
smaller fish, crustaceans
gptkbp:distribution gptkb:Atlantic_Ocean
gptkbp:environmental_impact affected by climate change
gptkbp:family gptkb:Sphyraenidae
gptkbp:fins dorsal, anal, and pectoral fins
gptkbp:fishing_regulations catch and release practices
overfishing concerns in some areas
popular target for anglers
regulated in some regions
hook and line, spearfishing
requires heavy tackle for catch
gptkbp:habitat up to 100 feet
tropical and subtropical oceans
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Great Barracuda
gptkbp:hunting_technique ambush predator
gptkbp:interacts_with generally not aggressive
gptkbp:larval_stage planktonic
gptkbp:length up to 6.5 feet
gptkbp:lifespan up to 14 years
gptkbp:local_names varies by region
gptkbp:migration seasonal movements in search of food
gptkbp:order gptkb:Perciformes
gptkbp:predators larger fish and sharks
gptkbp:related_species other barracuda species
gptkbp:reproduction oviparous
gptkbp:research_interest studied for ecological role
gptkbp:safety_features can contain ciguatera toxin
gptkbp:scientific_name gptkb:Sphyraena_barracuda
gptkbp:species limited due to size
5 pairs
gptkbp:speed up to 27 mph
gptkbp:tourist_attraction attracts divers and snorkelers
gptkbp:traded_on common in public aquariums
gptkbp:venomous gptkb:battle
gptkbp:vision excellent
gptkbp:weight up to 110 pounds
gptkbp:wildlife habitat loss, pollution
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Balloon_Barracuda
gptkbp:bfsLayer 5