Smallspotted Grunter
Pomadasys commersonnii
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 0–49 m
- Max size: 80 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
A grunter of coastal waters and estuaries that even tolerates freshwater, it jets a stream of water into the mud to flush out crustaceans, worms and small bivalves. A tasty and popular food fish, it grows to about 80 centimetres.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Eupercaria incertae sedis › Haemulidae › Pomadasys
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 218563.
FAQ
- How deep does the Smallspotted Grunter live?
- The Smallspotted Grunter (Pomadasys commersonnii) is typically found at 0–49 m.
- Is the Smallspotted Grunter dangerous to divers?
- The Smallspotted Grunter is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Smallspotted Grunter get?
- The Smallspotted Grunter grows to about 80 cm.