Species FishAtlantic Croaker

Atlantic Croaker

Micropogonias undulatus

CommonFish
Illustration of Atlantic Croaker (Micropogonias undulatus)

The Atlantic Croaker features a sleek, silver body with a distinctive croaking sound when caught. It is named for the noise it makes, which is produced by vibrating its swim bladder.

Habitat
Prefers shallow coastal waters and estuaries.
Diet
Feeds on small fish, shrimp, and crabs.
How common
Common

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