Are barracuda in the piranha family?

No, barracuda are not in the piranha family. Barracuda belong to the family Sphyraenidae, while piranhas are part of the family Serrasalmidae. Both species are carnivorous fish, but they belong to different taxonomic groups and have different habitats and behaviors. Barracuda are typically found in warmer waters, whereas piranhas are mostly found in freshwater environments in South America.