Round Sardinella [Sardinella aurita]
Description
Also known as the round sardinella, this species is a type of ray-finned bony fish in the family Clupeidae. They are commonly found in the Atlantic Ocean and Mediterranean Sea. They are characterized by their round body shape, silver color, and large eyes. They typically live in large schools and feed on plankton.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Chordates
Chordata
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|---|---|
| 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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