The Australian croaker (Johnius australis) is a fish that lives in both fresh and salt water of the family Sciaenidae that grows up to 23 cm.
Description
The Australian croaker is a croaker (Sciaenidae) from coastal and estuarine water of the Indo-West Pacific. The species grows to about 22 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 Australian croaker?
The Australian croaker has an elongate, eel-like body and is mainly silver-grey.
Where does the Australian croaker live?
The Australian croaker lives in both fresh and salt water and is mostly found around sand or mud bottom.
How big does the Australian croaker get?
The Australian croaker grows to a maximum of about 23 cm. On average the species is around 18 cm.
Is the Australian croaker dangerous to humans?
No, the Australian croaker is harmless to humans.
Is the Australian croaker edible?
Yes, the Australian croaker is commonly eaten.
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Same genus Johnius
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