Small yellow croaker and large yellow croaker are two different species. The shape of small yellow croaker is very similar to that of large yellow croaker, but it is smaller, with a body length of 16~25 cm, a weight of 200~300 g, a yellowish brown dorsal side and a golden yellow ventral side. What is the main difference between large and small yellow croaker?
First, the appearance is different
1. Although the small yellow croaker is smaller, its scales are much larger than those of the big yellow croaker; In addition, the body length of small yellow croaker is about 20cm, and that of large yellow croaker is about 50cm.
2. The second fin spine of the gluteal fin of Pseudosciaena crocea is equal to or larger than the eye diameter, while that of Pseudosciaena crocea is smaller than the eye diameter.
3. The lower lip of Pseudosciaena crocea is longer than the upper lip, which is round when the mouth is closed, while the upper and lower lips of Pseudosciaena crocea are equal in length and sharp when the mouth is closed.
4. The scales of large yellow croaker are small, while those of small yellow croaker are large and rare.
5. The tail handle of large yellow croaker is longer than that of small yellow croaker.
6. Small yellow croaker has 6 small holes; The collar of Pseudosciaena crocea has four inconspicuous holes.
Second, the living sea area is different.
Large yellow croaker mainly grows in the South China Sea and the East China Sea, while small yellow croaker mainly lives in the East China Sea and Bohai Sea.
Third, eat differently
Large yellow croaker is rich in meat, fat but not greasy. It is suitable for steaming, braising and stewing soup, or it is also a good choice to wrap jiaozi. Small yellow croaker has more thorns, which is more suitable for frying. It is fragrant and crisp when chewed, and it can be saved as a snack for daily drama.
Fourth, the price is different.
The price of large yellow croaker is on the high side, and the small yellow croaker is cheaper.