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| SEALIFE EXPEDITION |
| Saltwater Fish Species |
| Banded barracuda, Slender sea pike |
| Family: Sphyraenidae Scientific name: Sphyraena jello (Cuvier) Local name: Alu-alu Distribution: Shallow coastal waters to about 50m depth Size commonly caught: 35-70cm total length Bait: Live bait Artificial lures: High speed bibless lures and all skirts Notes: Occasionally observed in large group near the se surface. Body elongate, slightly compressed with a large head and a long pointed snout. All fins are black except for the pelvic fins. Reputed to be among the most savage inhabitants of the sea. |