Karut Croaker
Johnius carutta
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: to 40 m
- Max size: 30 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
A croaker of inshore coastal waters that also runs into estuaries, the karut croaker hunts small fishes and invertebrates near the bottom. It reaches about forty centimetres and is sold fresh and dried salted in local markets.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Eupercaria incertae sedis › Sciaenidae › Johnius
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 276103.
FAQ
- How deep does the Karut Croaker live?
- The Karut Croaker (Johnius carutta) is typically found at to 40 m.
- Is the Karut Croaker dangerous to divers?
- The Karut Croaker is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Karut Croaker get?
- The Karut Croaker grows to about 30 cm.