The Lorna drum (Sciaena deliciosa) is a saltwater fish of the family Sciaenidae that grows up to 46 cm.
Description
The lorna drum is a croaker (Sciaenidae) from coastal waters of the eastern Pacific, off Peru and Chile. The species grows to about 46 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 hunts small fish, shrimp and worms; it drums with the swim bladder. It is an important food fish. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Lorna drum?
The Lorna drum has a torpedo-shaped body and is mainly silver-grey.
Where does the Lorna drum live?
The Lorna drum lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around sand or mud bottom.
How big does the Lorna drum get?
The Lorna drum grows to a maximum of about 46 cm.
Is the Lorna drum dangerous to humans?
No, the Lorna drum is harmless to humans.
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