Guachanche Barracuda
NameGuachanche Barracuda
Scientific NameSphyraena guachancho
Common NamesGuachanche Barracuda, Guaguanche, Sennet
FamilySphyraenidae
OriginWestern Atlantic, Eastern Atlantic, Gulf of Mexico, Caribbean Sea
Temperamentaggressive
Dietcarnivore
Care Levelexpert
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)500
Max Size (Inches)24
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)72-82
pH Range8.1-8.4
Description
The Guachanche Barracuda is a sleek, silvery, predatory marine fish characterized by its elongated body and pointed snout with sharp teeth. It is a fast-swimming ambush predator found in tropical and subtropical coastal waters, primarily feeding on smaller fish. Due to its large size and aggressive nature, it is an expert-level species requiring a very large, specialized aquarium.
