Sawtooth barracuda (Sphyraena putnamae) is a saltwater species recorded in Hong Kong, Taiwan, Malaysia. It is mainly found over reef, at depths of 3–20 m.
Scientific name: Sphyraena putnamae · Water: Saltwater
Size: up to 90 cm
The sawtooth barracuda is a sphyraenid of current-swept lagoons and seaward reefs, and it also enters bays and turbid inner lagoons. It is active at night yet gathers in relatively large schools during the day. Commonly about 60 cm and up to 90 cm total length, at 3 to 20 m. Sold fresh or processed into fish cakes. Fishing vulnerability 36 out of 100 and medium priced.
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