Barramundi
Barramundi
Barramundi (pronunciation: /ˌbærəˈmʌndi/), also known as Asian sea bass or Australian snapper, is a species of catadromous fish in the family Latidae of the order Perciformes. The species is widely distributed in the Indo-West Pacific region from Southeast Asia to Papua New Guinea and Northern Australia.
Etymology
The term "barramundi" is derived from the Australian Aboriginal language of the Rockhampton area in Queensland meaning "large-scaled river fish".
Description
Barramundi are large, silver-scaled fish with a distinctively shaped head and large mouth. They are known for their strong fighting ability and are highly prized by recreational anglers.
Diet
Barramundi are predatory fish, with their diet consisting mainly of other fish, crustaceans, and mollusks.
Habitat
Barramundi inhabit both freshwater and saltwater environments, often moving between the two in response to environmental changes such as temperature and salinity.
Related Terms
- Catadromous: Referring to fish that migrate from fresh water to spawn in the sea.
- Latidae: A family of perciform fish, consisting of tropical to subtropical species, which includes the barramundi.
- Perciformes: The largest order of fish, including about 41% of all bony fish.
- Rockhampton: A city in Queensland, Australia, where the term "barramundi" originates.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Barramundi
- Wikipedia's article - Barramundi
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