Fishing for Tallfin croaker

Micropogonias altipinnis

The tallfin croaker is a silvery, laterally compressed fish distinguished by its elongated dorsal fin and slightly arched body profile. It inhabits shallow coastal waters and sandy surf zones, often near estuaries. Reaching about 14 inches in length and weighing up to 2 pounds, it exhibits active schooling behavior and is commonly found in warm tropical regions. This summary was AI generated

Water type

Saltwater / Mixed

IUCN Status

Least concern

Threat to humans

Harmless

Source: Fishbase

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