Genus
Common name: Barracuda
Scientific name: Sphyraena
The genus Sphyraena, commonly known as barracudas, are a group of elongated, predatory fish known for their fearsome appearance and ferocious behavior. In the reefkeeping hobby, barracudas are generally not recommended due to their large size and aggressive nature. They are fascinating to observe in the wild but can pose a risk to other tank inhabitants and are best suited for public aquariums or very large private systems where they can be kept with other large, robust fish.