Fin's Fish Guide
The Deep-bodied sardine (Sardinella albella) is a brackish-water fish of the family Clupeidae that grows up to 15 cm.
Description
The white sardinella is a herring (Clupeidae) from the Indo-West Pacific. The species has a slender, laterally compressed, silvery body with a shiny flank. It lives in coastal waters and forms large schools. It feeds by filtering zooplankton and phytoplankton from the water. It is an important prey fish and a commercial food fish. The species is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Deep-bodied sardine?
The Deep-bodied sardine has a torpedo-shaped body, is mainly silver-grey and shows a plain pattern. Silvery shoaling sardinella; plankton filter feeder and important prey and food fish.
Where does the Deep-bodied sardine live?
The Deep-bodied sardine lives in brackish water and is mostly found around open water. Indo-West Pacific; coastal waters.
How big does the Deep-bodied sardine get?
The Deep-bodied sardine grows to a maximum of about 15 cm. On average the species is around 10 cm.
Is the Deep-bodied sardine dangerous to humans?
No, the Deep-bodied sardine is harmless to humans. None required: this species is harmless to humans.
Is the Deep-bodied sardine edible?
Yes, the Deep-bodied sardine is commonly eaten.
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Same genus Sardinella
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