The Atlantic croaker (Micropogonias undulatus) is a species of marine ray-finned fish belonging to the family Sciaenidae and is closely related to the black drum (Pogonias cromis), the silver perch (Bairdiella chrysoura), the spot croaker (Leiostomus xanthurus), the red drum (Sciaenops ocellatus), the spotted seatrout (Cynoscion nebulosus), and ...

2024年11月24日 · In this article, we’ll delve into the flavor profile of croaker fish, exploring whether they’re a delicious addition to your seafood repertoire. We’ll also discuss their size, health benefits, and popular recipes.

Atlantic Croakers have a small dorsal fin located towards the back of the body and two pelvic fins on the lower part of the body. As the name suggests, the Atlantic croaker is found on the Atlantic coast, from Massachusetts down to the Gulf of Mexico. They inhabit saltwater and brackish water environments, such as estuaries, bays, and tidal creeks.

Size: Up to 20 inches (4 pounds) Generally found north of Tampa Bay on the west coast and north of Cape Canaveral on the east coast. Young found in estuaries and older fish (2 to 3 years) inhabit deep offshore waters during the winter months and move into bays and estuaries during the spring, summer and fall.

Bottom-feeders, croakers prey upon bristle worms, mollusks, crustaceans and small fish. Larger fish such as bluefish, weakfish and striped bass prey on Atlantic croakers. The Atlantic croaker makes a loud croaking sound. Spawning occurs over the continental shelf in July to February, with a peak in August to October.

Small Atlantic croaker are used as a bait fish to catch other fish, especially spotted seatrout (Cynoscion nebulosis) and crabs. Atlantic croaker "croak" by vibrating their swim bladders with special muscles as part of their spawning ritual.

Fishing tips: Recreational anglers can catch croaker from the spring through the fall by fishing on the bottom with light tackle and natural baits, like shrimp, clams, bloodworms and squid. Fishing is best just before or just after high tide in channels or deep holes.

Description and Diagnostic Characteristics: Inferior mouth; small barbels on chin; silver-gray or bronze body with dark vertical wavy bars or lines on upper sides; iridescent especially on head; preopercle strongly serrated. Range: From South Florida to …

The Croakers are tropical demersal fish found globally in both fresh and salt water; they inhabit sandy shores and estuaries generally at depths of less than 46 m (150 feet). They are benthic carnivores feeding on invertebrates and small fish.

2014年1月23日 · A popular pan fish, croaker is often breaded or dusted with cornmeal or flour and pan-fried. It can also be marinated and grilled or sautéed, roasted and broiled. For a Southern favorite, dip a dressed, scaled croaker in water, milk, egg or a combination of the three, then roll in corn flour and cook in hot grease.