Fishing for European pilchard

Sardina pilchardus

The European pilchard is a small, silvery fish typically measuring 6-8 inches in length and weighing up to 0.5 pounds. It inhabits the northeastern Atlantic Ocean and the Mediterranean Sea. This schooling fish feeds on plankton and small crustaceans. Known for its streamlined body and forked tail, it plays a crucial role in marine food webs. This summary is AI generated

Water type

Saltwater / Freshwater / Mixed

IUCN Status

Least concern

Threat to humans

Harmless

Source: Fishbase

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