Indian Oil Sardinella [Sardinella longiceps]
Description
The Indian oil sardinella is a species of ray-finned fish in the genus Sardinella. It is commonly found in the Indo-Pacific region. It has a long, slim body and a strong forked tail. This species is known for its commercial importance in the oil industry.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Chordates
Chordata
|
|---|---|
| Class |
Fish
Actinopterygii
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| Order |
Herrings and Anchovies
Clupeiformes
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| Family |
Dorosomatinae
Dorosomatinae
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| Genus |
Round Sardinellas
Escualosa
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