Fin's Fish Guide
The Bearded croaker (Johnius amblycephalus) is a fish that lives in both fresh and salt water of the family Sciaenidae that grows up to 25 cm.
Asia: Australia, Bangladesh, Brunei Darsm, Myanmar, Cambodia, Sri Lanka and others
Description
The bearded croaker is a croaker (Sciaenidae) from coastal and estuarine water of the Indo-West Pacific. The species grows to about 25 cm and has an elongate, silvery body with a blunt snout. As a bottom-oriented predator it lives in schools over sand and mud bottoms of shallow coastal water and river mouths and hunts small crustaceans, worms and small fish; it drums with the swim bladder. It is a food fish. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Bearded croaker?
The Bearded croaker has a torpedo-shaped body and is mainly silver-grey.
Where does the Bearded croaker live?
The Bearded croaker lives in both fresh and salt water and is mostly found around sand or mud bottom. Asia: Australia, Bangladesh, Brunei Darsm, Myanmar, Cambodia, Sri Lanka and others
How big does the Bearded croaker get?
The Bearded croaker grows to a maximum of about 25 cm. On average the species is around 15 cm.
Is the Bearded croaker dangerous to humans?
No, the Bearded croaker is harmless to humans. This species is harmless to humans. No specific first aid is needed. Still handle the fish with care: mind the fin rays and the sharp edges of the gill cover, and rinse any scratch with clean water and cover it. For a dirty or deep wound check tetanus status.
Is the Bearded croaker edible?
Yes, the Bearded croaker is commonly eaten.
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