Brazilian Sardinella
Sardinella brasiliensis
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 5–60 m
- Max size: 27 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: DD
A schooling sardine of coastal waters, the Brazilian sardinella packs into tight shoals and supports a large fishery off Venezuela. It is so close to its relative the round sardinella that catch figures for the two are not kept apart.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Clupeiformes › Dorosomatidae › Sardinella
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 300551.
FAQ
- How deep does the Brazilian Sardinella live?
- The Brazilian Sardinella (Sardinella brasiliensis) is typically found at 5–60 m.
- Is the Brazilian Sardinella dangerous to divers?
- The Brazilian Sardinella is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Brazilian Sardinella get?
- The Brazilian Sardinella grows to about 27 cm.