Postcard from the Reef – Barracuda

I did not see them coming. Sweeping in from above and behind I saw them come over the top. With a kick upwards I was in the school, surrounded by beautiful silver fish. A large school of Heller’s barracuda!

These fish feed at night, spending the day hanging out in large schools over the reef. Even resting they move with graceful speed. I attempt to stay in the school for a while, shooting as I go. I am soon out of breath, sucking air from the tank, worth the effort for such a sight!

Heller's Barracuda
Amongst a school of Heller’s Barracuda (Sphyraena helleri)

Author: Andrew

An electrical engineer, amateur astronomer, and diver, living and working on the island of Hawaiʻi.

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