The Blotched croaker (Nibea maculata) is a saltwater fish of the family Sciaenidae that grows up to 30 cm.
Description
The Blotched 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, silver-grey body with an inferior mouth and stout ear-stones; like other croakers it makes a drumming sound with its swim bladder. As a bottom-oriented fish it searches over sand and mud bottoms for worms, small crustaceans and molluscs. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Blotched croaker?
The Blotched croaker has a torpedo-shaped body and is mainly silver-grey.
Where does the Blotched croaker live?
The Blotched croaker lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around sand or mud bottom.
How big does the Blotched croaker get?
The Blotched croaker grows to a maximum of about 30 cm. On average the species is around 22 cm.
Is the Blotched croaker dangerous to humans?
No, the Blotched croaker is harmless to humans.
Is the Blotched croaker edible?
Yes, the Blotched croaker is commonly eaten.
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Same genus Nibea
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