Author: (Ahl, 1926)
Comments: Usually encountered near rocks (Ref. 267, 55954), but also often forms schools offshore (Ref. 267).  A common predator in surface water near the shore (Ref. 267).  Feeds on small fishes; the small Utaka and lake sardine, <i>Engraulicypris sardella</i>, are among the favorite items (Ref. 5595).  Hunts in pairs or in large groups (Ref. 3817).