All you need to know about these adept marine hunters
Where are great barracudas found?
Great barracudas are found in all tropical oceans. 11 of the 28 species are found in Indian waters.
Do great barracudas attack humans?
Barracudas have been known to attack humans, usually with provocation. They tend to mistake shiny jewellery for their favourite prey. They are also curious and have been known to follow scuba divers.
Are great barracudas apex predators?
Yes great barracudas are apex predators, being on top of the food chain. They eat a variety of pelagic and coral reef fishes.
What are some local names for great barracuda?
Great barracudas are locally known as Seela in Tamil Nadu, Kankai in Karnataka and Dandoos in Andaman and Nicobar Islands.
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