Fin's Fish Guide
The Donkey croaker (Pennahia anea) is a saltwater fish of the family Sciaenidae that grows up to 30 cm.
Description
The donkey croaker is a drum from the Indo-West Pacific, ranging from the Persian Gulf to Taiwan and through the Philippines and Borneo to southern Java. The species grows to about 30 cm and has a streamlined, silvery body with a faint dark blotch on the nape and a truncate caudal fin. As a bottom-dweller the fish lives in shallow coastal water to about 60 metres depth and feeds on small crustaceans, polychaete worms and small fish. Like other drums it can make drumming sounds with its swim bladder. It is a valued food fish. The IUCN assesses the species as Least Concern (LC).
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Donkey croaker?
The Donkey croaker has a torpedo-shaped body, is mainly silver-grey and shows a plain pattern. Makes drumming sounds with the swim bladder; faint dark nape blotch
Where does the Donkey croaker live?
The Donkey croaker lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around sand or mud bottom. Indo-West Pacific
How big does the Donkey croaker get?
The Donkey croaker grows to a maximum of about 30 cm.
Is the Donkey croaker dangerous to humans?
No, the Donkey 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 Donkey croaker edible?
Yes, the Donkey croaker is commonly eaten.
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Same genus Pennahia
More from the family Sciaenidae
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