Rainbow Sardines [Spratelloides]

Description

Spratelloides is a genus comprising the rainbow sardines, small marine fish noted for their iridescent coloration that reflects a spectrum of light, resembling a rainbow. These fish have streamlined bodies and small mouths, feeding primarily on zooplankton. They are found in the Indo-Pacific region, often in large schools that provide an important food source for larger predators.

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