Can a barracuda kill a human?
07.06.2025 21:35
Fatalities from barracuda attacks are rare. In 1947, a death off Key West was attributed to a barracuda, followed by another case off the coast of North Carolina in 1957. A well-documented barracuda attack occurred on a free diver off Pompano Beach, Florida in 1960.
Barracudas are naturally curious and hunt by sight, so they may approach divers or spear fishers, mistaking their equipment for fish. For example, a barracuda may see a diver's knife or jewelry as a shiny fish. To reduce the risk of a bite, you can remove jewelry and avoid murky water. You can also wear non-reflective clothing when scuba diving