Great Barracuda

One of the most exciting sport fish in UAE waters. The Great Barracuda is a torpedo-shaped apex predator with a mouthful of razor-sharp teeth. Instantly recognisable, it frequents reef edges, open water and inshore areas. An explosive fighter that regularly launches itself from the water when hooked.

Species Stats

Diet

Fish, squid

Habitat

Open coastal and offshore waters, reef edges, lagoons

Local Name (Arabic)

الجد الكبير

Fun Facts

• 1

  Can accelerate to nearly 50 km/h in a strike — one of the fastest fish in UAE waters.

• 2

  Large specimens can carry ciguatoxin — it is generally advisable to release fish over 3 kg.

• 3

  UAE anglers specifically target Great Barracuda using large silver lures and diving plugs.

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