The Pacific barracuda, also known as pacific barracuda, california barracuda, and silver barracuda, (Sphyraena argentea), is a predatory fish found in the northeast Pacific Ocean. They range from Cabo San Lucas, Baja California to Washington. However, they are not common north of Point Conception, California. They can reach a length of about four feet and a weight of about 15 pounds. They are edible. However, they have somewhat of a strong flavor and taste best when smoked. California barracuda are very popular sport fish in Southern California.