Fin's Fish Guide
The Sand grunt (Pomadasys branickii) is a fish that lives in both fresh and salt water of the family Haemulidae that grows up to 30 cm.
Description
The sand grunt is a grunt (Haemulidae) from the eastern Pacific. The species has an elongate, silvery body. Like other grunts it can make grunting sounds with its throat teeth and swim bladder. It lives near the bottom in shallow coastal waters and estuaries over sand and mud bottoms. As a bottom hunter it feeds on small crustaceans, worms and other bottom invertebrates. It is a local food fish. The species is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Sand grunt?
The Sand grunt has a torpedo-shaped body, is mainly silver-grey and shows a plain pattern. Makes grunting sounds; bottom-dwelling grunt of shallow coastal waters and estuaries.
Where does the Sand grunt live?
The Sand grunt lives in both fresh and salt water and is mostly found around sand or mud bottom. Eastern Pacific; shallow coastal waters and estuaries.
How big does the Sand grunt get?
The Sand grunt grows to a maximum of about 30 cm. On average the species is around 20 cm.
Is the Sand grunt dangerous to humans?
No, the Sand grunt is harmless to humans. None required: this species is harmless to humans.
Is the Sand grunt edible?
Yes, the Sand grunt is commonly eaten.
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Same genus Pomadasys
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