Fishing for Japanese meagre

Argyrosomus japonicus

The Japanese meagre is a large coastal fish found in the Pacific and Indian Oceans. It has a silvery body with a robust build, reaching up to 70 inches and 110 pounds. Preferring sandy or muddy bottoms, it feeds on crustaceans and smaller fish. Known for its drumming sounds, it is a solitary and nocturnal predator. This summary is AI generated

Water type

Saltwater / Mixed

IUCN Status

Endangered

Threat to humans

Harmless

Source: Fishbase

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