Fish
Javelin Grunter
Pomadasys kaakan
A silvery grunter marked with lengthwise lines, favouring sandy patches near rock from Madagascar down to Natal.
Also known as spies- knorder
- Typical size
- Attains 50 cm
- Habitat
- Sandy areas near rock
The javelin grunter carries lengthwise banding along the body: bifurcated at the front in juveniles, resolving into double lines in adults. It reaches about 50 cm.
It frequents sandy areas close to rocky ground, where it feeds on bottom-living invertebrates. The flesh is good but softens quickly, so fish are best kept cool. It ranges from Madagascar to Natal and is rare south of Durban.