Duckbill Barracudina
Magnisudis atlantica
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 0–4750 m
- Max size: 56 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
This barracudina ranges through the open ocean across a wide band of depth, with large adults moving toward temperate and polar coasts. It feeds on small fish and shrimp and seems to spawn out in the warm Sargasso Sea, drifting larvae far afield. Sharks, tuna and other big fish prey on it heavily.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Aulopiformes › Alepisauridae › Magnisudis
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 126359.
FAQ
- How deep does the Duckbill Barracudina live?
- The Duckbill Barracudina (Magnisudis atlantica) is typically found at 0–4750 m.
- Is the Duckbill Barracudina dangerous to divers?
- The Duckbill Barracudina is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Duckbill Barracudina get?
- The Duckbill Barracudina grows to about 56 cm.