They are found in both estuarine and coastal ocean waters, often forming massive schools. 2. Ecological Importance (The "Most Important Fish")
They have a silvery, compressed body with a distinct deep blue-green back and a single black spot behind the gill cover, followed by smaller spots. Size: Generally, they grow to about
), which sets quotas to ensure sustainability, especially considering their critical role as a forage fish. 5.
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