Yellowtail Barracuda
NameYellowtail Barracuda
Scientific NameSphyraena flavicauda
Common NamesYellowtail Barracuda, Yellowtail Seapike, Obtuse Barracuda
FamilySphyraenidae
OriginIndo-Pacific, Red Sea, East Africa, Western Pacific
Temperamentaggressive
Dietcarnivore
Care Levelexpert
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)500
Max Size (Inches)24
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)75-82
pH Range8.1-8.4
Compatible SpeciesNone (species-specific tank highly recommended)
Description
The Yellowtail Barracuda is a sleek, silvery marine predator known for its distinctive yellow tail. These schooling fish are found in tropical Indo-Pacific waters, hunting smaller fish and crustaceans. Due to their size and predatory nature, they require very large, specialized aquariums.
