The Colon stardrum (Stellifer colonensis) is a brackish-water fish of the family Sciaenidae that grows up to 15 cm.
Description
The Colon stardrum is a stardrum (Sciaenidae) from turbid coastal and estuarine water of the Caribbean. The species grows to about 20 cm and has a stocky, silver-grey body with a blunt, rounded head and a large swim bladder with which it makes a drumming sound. As a bottom-oriented fish it searches over sand and mud for worms, small crustaceans and small fish. It is locally a food fish. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Colon stardrum?
The Colon stardrum has an elongate, eel-like body and is mainly silver-grey.
Where does the Colon stardrum live?
The Colon stardrum lives in brackish water and is mostly found around sand or mud bottom.
How big does the Colon stardrum get?
The Colon stardrum grows to a maximum of about 15 cm.
Is the Colon stardrum dangerous to humans?
No, the Colon stardrum is harmless to humans.
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Same genus Stellifer
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