Translation guide
A type of fish, specifically the Nibe croaker (Nibea mitsukurii). This is a specific species name, so the Japanese equivalent is a direct translation.
Referring to the fish species Nibea mitsukurii
The standard Japanese name for the Nibe croaker. This is the most common and direct translation.
ニベは美味しい魚です。
Nibe croaker is a delicious fish.
Refers to the family Sciaenidae, which includes the Nibe croaker. Use when talking about the broader taxonomic group.
ニベ科の魚は世界中に分布しています。
Fish of the Sciaenidae family are distributed worldwide.