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Pacific barracuda
(Sphyraena argentea)

Common names:

Pacific barracuda, barracuda, California barracuda, barries.

Identifying Characteristics and biology:

Long, thin fish with silvery sides. Mouths have sharp teeth. Backs are blue to brown. Tails are tan to brown. Fast growing fish reaching to 40 inches.

Range and Locations:

Kodiak Island to Baja California.

Market Forms:

Fresh. Sport fishery boating and fishing from piers and jetties.