The Mi-iuy croaker (Miichthys miiuy) is a brackish-water fish of the family Sciaenidae that grows up to 74 cm.
Description
The mi-iuy croaker is a large croaker (Sciaenidae) from coastal waters of the northwest Pacific, off East Asia. The species grows to about 70 cm and has an elongate, dark silver-grey body with a large mouth and stout ear-stones; like other croakers it makes a drumming sound with its swim bladder. As a predator it hunts fish, shrimp and crustaceans over sand and mud bottoms. It is an important food fish. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Mi-iuy croaker?
The Mi-iuy croaker has a torpedo-shaped body and is mainly silver-grey.
Where does the Mi-iuy croaker live?
The Mi-iuy croaker lives in brackish water and is mostly found around sand or mud bottom.
How big does the Mi-iuy croaker get?
The Mi-iuy croaker grows to a maximum of about 74 cm.
Is the Mi-iuy croaker dangerous to humans?
No, the Mi-iuy croaker is harmless to humans.
Is the Mi-iuy croaker edible?
Yes, the Mi-iuy croaker is commonly eaten.
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