Sharpnose Hammer Croaker

Johnius borneensis

Sharpnose Hammer Croaker

This croaker lives in shallow coastal waters, estuaries and rivers, with the young taking crustaceans and shifting to fish as they grow. It reaches about 35 centimetres and is sold both fresh and salted and dried.

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

Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 276100.

FAQ

How deep does the Sharpnose Hammer Croaker live?
The Sharpnose Hammer Croaker (Johnius borneensis) is typically found at 0–132 m.
Is the Sharpnose Hammer Croaker dangerous to divers?
The Sharpnose Hammer Croaker is harmless to divers.
How big does the Sharpnose Hammer Croaker get?
The Sharpnose Hammer Croaker grows to about 34.8 cm.