The Northern kingcroaker is a coastal fish known for its elongated body and silvery hue. Typically reaching 12-18 inches and weighing 1-3 pounds, it thrives in sandy or muddy bottoms. This species feeds on small crustaceans and worms. It exhibits schooling behavior, often found in estuaries and nearshore waters along the Atlantic coast. This summary is AI generated
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IUCN Status
Threat to humans
Source: Fishbase
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Northern kingcroaker
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