Spotfin Croaker
Roncador stearnsii
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 1–22 m
- Max size: 70 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
The spotfin croaker works sandy shores and surf zones, often near rocks and the mouths of bays, down to about 15 metres. It gathers in small groups and aggregates to spawn, releasing eggs into open water, and feeds on marine worms, clams, crabs and small crustaceans.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Eupercaria incertae sedis › Sciaenidae › Roncador
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 282628.
FAQ
- How deep does the Spotfin Croaker live?
- The Spotfin Croaker (Roncador stearnsii) is typically found at 1–22 m.
- Is the Spotfin Croaker dangerous to divers?
- The Spotfin Croaker is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Spotfin Croaker get?
- The Spotfin Croaker grows to about 70 cm.