Fishing for Southern kingcroaker

Menticirrhus americanus
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The Southern kingcroaker is a coastal fish found in the western Atlantic Ocean. It has a slender, elongated body with a silvery sheen and a slightly arched back. Typically reaching 12-18 inches and weighing up to 3 pounds, it feeds on crustaceans and small fish. Preferring sandy bottoms, it is known for its distinctive drumming sounds. This summary is AI generated

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Water type

Saltwater / Mixed

IUCN Status

Least concern

Threat to humans

Harmless

Source: Fishbase

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