The slender rainbow sardine is a small, streamlined fish known for its iridescent scales. Typically measuring 6-8 inches and weighing up to 0.5 pounds, it inhabits coastal waters and estuaries. It feeds on plankton and small crustaceans. This sardine forms large schools, displaying synchronized swimming behavior, which helps deter predators and aids in foraging. This summary is AI generated
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Threat to humans
Source: Fishbase
According to catch data from over 15 million anglers on Fishbrain, these are the top baits used to catch Slender rainbow sardine.