Best of Mike #236

Surely this is one of those faces that only a mother could love.

The Barracuda is a ray-finned fish.... known for it's large size and fearsome appearance.

Some of the species can reach nearly 7 ft in length.

They are a voracious, opportunistic predator.

Relying on surprise and short bursts of speed.... up to 27 mph to overtake prey.

Barracuda prey primarily on fish.... which include some as large as themselves.

They kill and consume larger prey by tearing chunks of flesh.

Often competing against mackerel, needle fish.... and sometimes even dolphins for prey.