Micropogonias undulatus — Overview

Atlantic Croaker (german: Atlantischer Umber) learn more about names for this taxon

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Biology

Occurs usually over mud and sandy mud bottoms in coastal waters and in estuaries where the nursery and feeding grounds are located. Feeds mainly on worms, crustaceans and fishes. An excellent foodfish. Sold fresh and frozen; eaten fried, broiled, microwaved and baked (Ref. 9988).

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