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The Bleeker's smoothbelly sardinella (Amblygaster clupeoides) is a saltwater fish of the family Clupeidae that grows up to 28 cm.
Description
Bleeker's smoothbelly sardinella is a herring (Dorosomatidae) from coastal waters of the Indo-West Pacific. The species grows to about 28 cm and has a streamlined, fairly round-bodied, silvery body without a sharp belly keel. As a schooling fish it swims in great numbers through coastal water and filters zooplankton with its gill rakers. It is a food fish. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Bleeker's smoothbelly sardinella?
The Bleeker's smoothbelly sardinella has a torpedo-shaped body and is mainly silver-grey.
Where does the Bleeker's smoothbelly sardinella live?
The Bleeker's smoothbelly sardinella lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around stony or rocky ground. Asia: Sri Lanka, China, Fiji, Hong Kong, India, Indonesia and others
How big does the Bleeker's smoothbelly sardinella get?
The Bleeker's smoothbelly sardinella grows to a maximum of about 28 cm. On average the species is around 15 cm.
Is the Bleeker's smoothbelly sardinella dangerous to humans?
No, the Bleeker's smoothbelly sardinella is harmless to humans. This species is harmless to humans. No specific first aid is needed. Still handle the fish with care: mind the fin rays and the sharp edges of the gill cover, and rinse any scratch with clean water and cover it. For a dirty or deep wound check tetanus status.
Is the Bleeker's smoothbelly sardinella edible?
Yes, the Bleeker's smoothbelly sardinella is commonly eaten.
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Same genus Amblygaster
More from the family Clupeidae
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