The Goldstripe sardinella (Sardinella gibbosa) is a saltwater fish of the family Clupeidae that grows up to 30 cm.
Description
The goldstripe sardinella is a small herring relative from the Indo-West Pacific, from East Africa to the western Pacific. The species grows to about 17 cm (up to about 30 cm) and has a slender, laterally compressed, silvery body with a thin golden lateral stripe. It forms large schools in coastal water and filters zooplankton. It is a heavily caught food and bait fish. The fish is harmless to humans and is assessed as Least Concern (LC) by the IUCN.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Goldstripe sardinella?
The Goldstripe sardinella has a torpedo-shaped body, is mainly silver-grey and shows a horizontal stripes pattern.
Where does the Goldstripe sardinella live?
The Goldstripe sardinella lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around open water.
How big does the Goldstripe sardinella get?
The Goldstripe sardinella grows to a maximum of about 30 cm. On average the species is around 15 cm.
Is the Goldstripe sardinella dangerous to humans?
No, the Goldstripe sardinella is harmless to humans.
Is the Goldstripe sardinella edible?
Yes, the Goldstripe sardinella is commonly eaten.
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Same genus Sardinella
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