Great Barracuda (Sphyraena barracuda)
Image Copyright BB Divers
Observed: Koh Chang Reefs 2015
Observed By: BB Divers
The great barracuda is a large pelagic (open-water) fish that can occassionally grow up to two metres in length. It is a fast moving ocean predator and can reach speeds of up to 43km an hour as it chases the smaller fish that are its prey.
It is a widespread species that is found in tropical waters of all the major oceans.
