White Croaker
The white croaker, Genyonemus lineatus, is a subtropical marine fish found along the Pacific coast of North America, ranging from British Columbia to southern Baja California. It is commonly encountered over sandy bottoms in shallow coastal waters. This species is a minor commercial catch and a popular target for recreational fishing due to its abundance and ease of capture.
Length~15 (max 41)
Weight~0.4 (max 0.6)
WaterSalt
Water Temp9-32° F
Depth3-130 ft
- Other namesPasadena trout, Tommy croaker, Little bass
- Length~15 (max 41)
- Weight~0.4 (max 0.6)
- WaterSalt
- Water Temp9-32° F
- Depth3-130 ft
Popular lures for White Croaker
Regulation for White Croaker
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Living Conditions
🐟 Habitat preferences
- Prefers sandy or muddy bottoms in coastal waters, typically near the shore
- Found in shallow areas but can be present at greater depths, particularly over the continental shelf
- Feeds on a variety of benthic invertebrates like polychaetes, shrimps, and crabs
- Often found in turbid waters where it can easily blend in with the environment
♻️ Life cycle and mating behavior
- The white croaker is an oviparous species, releasing eggs into the water column
- It spawns multiple times within a season, which increases its reproductive success
- Spawning generally aligns with warmer months, favoring coastal habitats
- Young white croakers remain in shallow, protected waters before venturing into deeper regions as they mature