modern barracuda

GPTKB entity

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Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:fish
gptkbp:bfsLayer 3
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:historical_figure
gptkbp:behavior solitary or in schools
observed for schooling behavior
gptkbp:body_style elongated and streamlined
gptkbp:color silver with a blue-green back
can change slightly with environment
gptkbp:common_name gptkb:barracuda
gptkbp:conservation_efforts monitored by fisheries management organizations
gptkbp:conservation_status gptkb:Least_Concern
gptkbp:cuisine edible but can contain ciguatera toxin
gptkbp:cultural_references featured in various media and folklore
gptkbp:cultural_significance popular in sport fishing
gptkbp:diet carnivorous
gptkbp:distribution worldwide in warm seas
gptkbp:environmental_impact affected by ocean temperature changes
gptkbp:family gptkb:Sphyraenidae
gptkbp:fins has a large dorsal fin
gptkbp:fishing_regulations subject to local fishing laws
overfishing concerns in some areas
jigging and trolling
regulated in many regions
requires strong tackle
line fishing and netting
gptkbp:genus gptkb:Sphyraena
gptkbp:habitat tropical and subtropical oceans
found at depths of 1 to 50 meters
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label modern barracuda
gptkbp:hunting_technique ambush predator
gptkbp:is_essential_for ecological role as a predator
gptkbp:length up to 2 meters
gptkbp:lifespan up to 14 years
gptkbp:local_names varies by region
gptkbp:migration seasonal migrations for spawning
gptkbp:mouth sharp and fang-like
gptkbp:predators larger fish and sharks
gptkbp:related_species gptkb:great_barracuda
gptkbp:reproduction oviparous
gptkbp:research_interest studied for behavior and ecology
gptkbp:scales cycloid scales
gptkbp:sights excellent vision
gptkbp:social_structure may form loose aggregations
gptkbp:species five pairs of gills
not commonly farmed
gptkbp:speed up to 35 mph
gptkbp:stealth_features blends with the ocean surface
gptkbp:symbiotic_relationships may associate with cleaner fish
gptkbp:tourist_attraction attracts divers and anglers.
gptkbp:traded_on kept in large marine aquariums
gptkbp:weight up to 30 kg
gptkbp:wildlife preys on smaller fish and invertebrates