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The Madagascar round herring (Sauvagella madagascariensis) is a brackish-water fish of the family Clupeidae that grows up to 7 cm.
Description
The Madagascar sardine is a small herring-like fish (Clupeidae) endemic to Madagascar. The species is slender and silvery and lives in fresh water, possibly also brackish water, from sea level to about 450 m elevation, mainly in smaller rivers and streams. It lives in schools and filters small zooplankton from the water with its fine gill rakers. It is an important prey fish. The species is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Madagascar round herring?
The Madagascar round herring has a torpedo-shaped body, is mainly silver-grey and shows a plain pattern. Endemic freshwater sardinella of Madagascar; filter-feeding schooling fish.
Where does the Madagascar round herring live?
The Madagascar round herring lives in brackish water and is mostly found around open water. Endemic to Madagascar; freshwater rivers and streams.
How big does the Madagascar round herring get?
The Madagascar round herring grows to a maximum of about 7 cm.
Is the Madagascar round herring dangerous to humans?
No, the Madagascar round herring is harmless to humans. None required: this species is harmless to humans.
Is the Madagascar round herring edible?
The Madagascar round herring is rarely eaten.
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