Sphyraena sphyraena

GPTKB entity

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Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:species
gptkbp:bfsLayer 5
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Sphyraena
gptkbp:behavior solitary or in schools
studied for social behavior in schools
gptkbp:body_style elongated and streamlined
gptkbp:color silver with dark stripes
greenish to bluish tint
may exhibit color variations based on habitat
gptkbp:common_name gptkb:Barracuda
gptkbp:conservation_efforts monitored by fisheries management
gptkbp:conservation_status gptkb:Least_Concern
gptkbp:cultural_significance featured in various cuisines
gptkbp:diet carnivorous
gptkbp:distribution tropical and subtropical oceans
gptkbp:ecological_role top predator in marine ecosystems
gptkbp:egg_color small eggs
gptkbp:environmental_impact affected by climate change.
gptkbp:family gptkb:Sphyraenidae
gptkbp:fins two dorsal fins
dorsal fins often darker
gptkbp:fishing_regulations varies by region
popular game fish
regulated in some regions
impacted by commercial fishing practices
caught using trolling and longlining
gptkbp:foraging_behavior ambush predator
gptkbp:genetic_diversity subject of genetic research
gptkbp:habitat up to 100 meters
marine environments
nearshore waters
coral reefs and rocky areas
found in both coastal and offshore waters
gptkbp:has_skin striped pattern on body
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Sphyraena sphyraena
gptkbp:larval_stage open ocean
planktonic larvae
undergoes metamorphosis
gptkbp:length 2.5 meters
gptkbp:lifespan up to 14 years
gptkbp:local_names various names in different cultures
gptkbp:migration seasonal migrations for spawning
gptkbp:order gptkb:Perciformes
gptkbp:predators larger fish and sharks
tuna and sharks
gptkbp:related_species gptkb:Sphyraena_barracuda
gptkbp:reproduction oviparous
gptkbp:research_focus studied for ecological roles
gptkbp:scales cycloid scales
gptkbp:sights excellent vision
gptkbp:size reaches maturity at 1 meter
gptkbp:social_structure often found in schools during juvenile stage
gptkbp:species five pairs of gills
potential for aquaculture development
gptkbp:speed fast swimmer
known for quick bursts of speed
gptkbp:symbiotic_relationships may associate with cleaner fish
gptkbp:threats overfishing and habitat loss
gptkbp:traded_on occasionally kept in aquariums