Pacific Herring [Clupea pallasii]
Description
Pacific herring are small, silvery fish that school in the billions. They are a vital part of the West Coast ecosystem and the region’s fishing economy. Herring live close to shore and lay their eggs in shallow water. Their populations are subject to large swings, which can impact the species that rely on them for food.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Arthropods
Arthropoda
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|---|---|
| Class |
Crustaceans
Malacostraca
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| Order |
Decapods
Decapoda
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| Family |
Shrimps
Caridea
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| Genus |
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