Barracuda

Habitat & layer

Harbors, reefy coasts and coastal mid-upper layers; ambushes baitfish schools.

Season

Best in the warm season; often more aggressive at dawn and dusk.

Identification

• Long torpedo-shaped silvery body
• Protruding lower jaw with sharp teeth
• Two widely separated dorsal fins; fast swimmer

Common methods

• Lure (spoons / minnows)
• Trolling
• Live bait fishing

Baits & lures

• Spoons
• Minnows
• Baitfish
• Soft lures

Similar species

Rig

Always use a wire or heavy fluorocarbon leader against the sharp teeth.