Amazon croaker
📖 Overview
Amazon croaker (Pachyurus schomburgkii) is a ray-finned fish of the family Sciaenidae. It inhabits freshwater waters. This species can reach a maximum total length of 28.5 cm. With a trophic level of 3.6, it is a mid-level predator. It is assessed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List. Commercially fished and consumed as food.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Physical description for Amazon croaker is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Amazon croaker is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Amazon croaker is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Reproduction data for Amazon croaker is currently being compiled.
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; brackish; benthopelagic. Tropical South America: Amazon and Orinoco River basins.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🍽️ Edibility & Flavour
⚡ Nutrition
Detailed nutritional data for Amazon croaker is currently being compiled from USDA FoodData Central.
🔬 Mercury Safety
Mercury data for Amazon croaker has not yet been assigned. Please consult FDA/EPA guidance for general seafood safety advice.
🌿 Sustainability
🔍 Similar Species
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