Fin's Fish Guide
The Bigeye croaker (Micropogonias megalops) is a brackish-water fish of the family Sciaenidae that grows up to 40 cm.
Description
The bigeye croaker is a croaker from the eastern Pacific, mainly in the Gulf of California. The species grows to about 40 cm and has an elongate, silvery body with conspicuously large eyes and short chin barbels. Like other croakers it makes drumming sounds with its swim bladder. It lives over sand and mud bottoms of shallow coastal water and hunts small crustaceans, worms and fish. It is a local food fish. The IUCN assesses the species as Least Concern (LC).
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Bigeye croaker?
The Bigeye croaker has an elongate, eel-like body, is mainly silver-grey and shows a plain pattern. Large eyes and short chin barbels; drumming coastal croaker
Where does the Bigeye croaker live?
The Bigeye croaker lives in brackish water and is mostly found around mixed bottom. Eastern Pacific
How big does the Bigeye croaker get?
The Bigeye croaker grows to a maximum of about 40 cm.
Is the Bigeye croaker dangerous to humans?
No, the Bigeye 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 Bigeye croaker edible?
Yes, the Bigeye croaker is commonly eaten.
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Same genus Micropogonias
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