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Yellowmouth barracuda
Sphyraena viridensis
Photo: Xavier Mas · CC BY 4.0
The Yellowmouth barracuda (Sphyraena viridensis) is a common target in breath-hold spearfishing. It usually frequents open water and is found between 0 and 30 m, so it pays to adjust your search depth. It is curious, it approaches the diver, which shapes how to approach it.
It takes some technique and knowing its behaviour. In Apnaut you have its minimum legal size across 4 different zones. Always check your area's current regulations before taking it.
Behaviour: curious, it approaches the diver.
Minimum size
We don't have a verified size for this species. Check your local regulations before taking it.
Where to catch it
Other names
Espetón (es) · Bicuda (pt) · Bécune (fr) · Barracuda mediterraneo (it) · Λούτσος (el) · Škaram (hr) · İskarmoz (tr)
Frequently asked questions
What is the minimum legal size for Yellowmouth barracuda?
We don't have a verified size for this species. Always check your local regulations before taking it.
At what depth is Yellowmouth barracuda found?
Usually between 0 and 30 m, mostly over open water.
Is it hard to spearfish on a single breath?
Its difficulty is “medium”. It is also curious, it approaches the diver. In Apnaut you can log your catches and their size.
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