Sphyraena sphyraena

Size range: 50-165 cm

Common size: 50-70 cm

Depth range: 5-40 m

Habitat:

• Soft - sand

Water column position:

• Pelagic-Neritic

Schooling characteristics:

• Small groups

Colors & patterns:

• Pointed lower jaw
• Entirely scaly cheeks

Behavior:

• Transient
• Activity: Diurnal + Nocturnal
• Approach: Indifferent

Feeding characteristics: piscivore

Native/Exotic: Native