The Guaguanche has an elongate cylindrical body that tapers to a forked tail. The body may appear dark-gray or silver-blue/green, which fades to silver/white near the belly. The fish's lateral midsection is marked with a singular yellow/golden stripe.It has a pointed snout and a terminal mouth with a noticeable underbite. Juveniles have three broad dark bars that encircle the body.
Average Maximum Size:
61 cm (24 in)
Adults Distinguishing Characteristics:
Juveniles Distinguishing Characteristics:
Juvenile Guaguanche can be distinguished from related juveniles of barracudas and sennets by three distinctive broad dark bars that encircle the body.
Range:
Massachusetts to Brazil
Habitat:
The Guaguanche can be found in coastal salt and brackish waters with muddy bottoms. May be found anywhere within the water column.
