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.
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