The Balloon Barracuda

GPTKB entity

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Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:fish
gptkbp:adaptations adapted to ambush prey
sharp teeth for catching prey
gptkbp:aquarium_trade requires large tanks
occasionally kept in aquariums
gptkbp:behavior solitary or in small groups
gptkbp:body_shape elongated and streamlined
gptkbp:color silver with dark stripes
gptkbp:color_variation may exhibit different color patterns
gptkbp:coloration camouflaged against predators
gptkbp:common_name gptkb:Balloon_Barracuda
gptkbp:conservation_efforts monitored by fisheries management
gptkbp:conservation_status gptkb:Least_Concern
gptkbp:cultural_significance featured in local fisheries
gptkbp:diet carnivorous
gptkbp:distribution found in the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans
gptkbp:ecological_role top predator in its habitat
gptkbp:family gptkb:Sphyraenidae
gptkbp:fins forked tail fin
gptkbp:fish_species not commonly farmed
gptkbp:fishing_impact targeted by commercial fisheries
gptkbp:fishing_regulations regulated in some areas
caught using trolling and nets
caught using various fishing methods
gptkbp:foraging_behavior ambush predator
gptkbp:genus gptkb:Sphyraena
gptkbp:growth_rate fast growth rate
gptkbp:habitat tropical and subtropical waters
gptkbp:habitat_preference prefers areas with structure like reefs
gptkbp:habitat_range up to 100 meters
coastal waters and reefs
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label The Balloon Barracuda
gptkbp:human_interaction popular among anglers
gptkbp:importance important in marine ecosystems
gptkbp:larval_stage planktonic
gptkbp:length up to 1.5 meters
gptkbp:lifespan up to 10 years
gptkbp:migration seasonal migrations observed
gptkbp:predators gptkb:seafood
larger fish and sharks
gptkbp:related_species other barracuda species
gptkbp:reproduction oviparous
gptkbp:research_interest studied for ecological roles
gptkbp:scientific_name gptkb:Sphyraena_barracuda
gptkbp:seasonal_activities more active during warmer months
gptkbp:sights excellent vision
gptkbp:size size varies by region
gptkbp:social_structure often solitary
gptkbp:speed up to 30 mph
gptkbp:symbiotic_relationships may associate with other fish species
gptkbp:threats overfishing and habitat loss
gptkbp:values valued for sport fishing
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Jeff_Koons
gptkbp:bfsLayer 3