Longspine Drum

Umbrina analis

Longspine Drum

A drum of sandy coasts, bays and the open surf zone, it roots through soft bottoms for crabs, other crustaceans and marine worms. Like other drums it can produce a low croaking sound using muscles against its swim bladder, and it grows to roughly 35 centimetres.

Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Eupercaria incertae sedis › Sciaenidae › Umbrina

Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 273793.

FAQ

Is the Longspine Drum dangerous to divers?
The Longspine Drum is harmless to divers.
How big does the Longspine Drum get?
The Longspine Drum grows to about 35 cm.