Big-snout croaker
📖 Overview
Big-snout croaker (Johnius macrorhynus) is a ray-finned fish of the family Sciaenidae. It inhabits marine (saltwater) waters. This species can reach a maximum total length of 30 cm. With a trophic level of 3.5, it is a low-level carnivore, feeding on invertebrates and small organisms. It is assessed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 11; Dorsal soft rays (total): 27 - 30; Anal spines: 2; Anal soft rays: 7. Lower part of body with a golden tinge; pectoral, pelvic and anal fins yellow; a faint steel blue blotch on gill cover .: fusiform / normal.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Big-snout croaker is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Big-snout croaker is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Reproduction data for Big-snout croaker is currently being compiled.
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; benthopelagic. Tropical South China Sea, Borneo and the Malay Peninsula.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🔍 Similar Species
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