Southern Sennet
| Name: | Southern Sennet |
| Scientific Name: | Sphyraena picudilla |
| Family: | Barracudas |
| Taxonomic: | Sphyraenidae |
| ID Group: | Silvery Fishes |
| Size: | 8 - 14 in. |
| Depth Range: | In shallow waters (0 – 15 ft.) |
| Sightings: | Not usually seen |
The Southern Sennet has a long, narrow silver body with two faint yellow stripes running along its length. It has a slender head with a lower jaw that extends noticeably beyond the upper jaw. Its tail is forked, and its two dorsal fins are separated from each other.
The Southern Sennet is often seen in groups near the reef and shallow sandy areas. It is a fast, active predator that uses its speed to hunt. It primarily eats smaller marine animals like shrimp, squid, and small fish.