Other names: Arrow barracuda, Australian sea pike, Sea pike, Snook, Shortfin barracuda
The Australian barracuda, Sphyraena novaehollandiae, is a slender, fast-swimming fish found in the southern coast of Australia. Characterized by its elongated body and sharp teeth, it inhabits temperate marine waters. This species is valued for its game fish qualities and is commonly caught for sport.
Other names
Arrow barracuda, Australian sea pike, Sea pike, Snook, Shortfin barracuda
Length
~50" (max 100)
Weight
~3" (max 5)
Water
Salt
Water Temp
15-25° F
Blood worms
Crustaceans
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Australian barracudas are found in shallow coastal waters, including bays and channels
They prefer semi-protected areas with rocky substrates or seagrass beds
Juveniles stay in shallower waters, while adults move to deeper zones
Their diet primarily consists of small fish and cephalopods
Spawning occurs in warm seasons, typically in semi-protected waters
Eggs and larvae are pelagic, floating freely in the water column
Juveniles grow in coastal nurseries, migrating to deeper waters as they mature
Adults often form schools, enhancing their hunting efficiency and reproductive success
