Spindle Croaker
Johnius elongatus
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: to 30 m
- Max size: 30 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: DD
A croaker of coastal waters, it feeds along the bottom on worms and crustaceans. It reaches markets both fresh and dried and salted, though little is recorded of its biology and its status remains Data Deficient.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Eupercaria incertae sedis › Sciaenidae › Johnius
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 398547.
FAQ
- How deep does the Spindle Croaker live?
- The Spindle Croaker (Johnius elongatus) is typically found at to 30 m.
- Is the Spindle Croaker dangerous to divers?
- The Spindle Croaker is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Spindle Croaker get?
- The Spindle Croaker grows to about 30 cm.