Fin's Fish Guide
The Karut croaker (Johnius carutta) is a fish that lives in both fresh and salt water of the family Sciaenidae that grows up to 30 cm.
Asia: Bahrain, Bangladesh, Myanmar, Sri Lanka, India, Kuwait and others
Description
The Karut croaker is a croaker (Sciaenidae) from coastal and estuarine water of the Indo-West Pacific. The species grows to about 30 cm and has an elongate, silvery body. 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 its swim bladder. It is a food fish. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Karut croaker?
The Karut croaker has a torpedo-shaped body and is mainly silver-grey.
Where does the Karut croaker live?
The Karut croaker lives in both fresh and salt water and is mostly found around sand or mud bottom. Asia: Bahrain, Bangladesh, Myanmar, Sri Lanka, India, Kuwait and others
How big does the Karut croaker get?
The Karut croaker grows to a maximum of about 30 cm. On average the species is around 20 cm.
Is the Karut croaker dangerous to humans?
No, the Karut 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 Karut croaker edible?
Yes, the Karut croaker is commonly eaten.
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Same genus Johnius
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