The Blueline herring (Herklotsichthys quadrimaculatus) is a fish that lives in both fresh and salt water of the family Clupeidae that grows up to 25 cm.
Description
The bluestripe herring is a herring (Clupeidae) from the Indo-Pacific. The species is small and has a slender, silvery body with a bluish back and a few spots behind the gill cover. By day adults form schools near mangroves and in shallow coastal bays and lagoons, while at night they move to deeper water. As a filter feeder it sifts small zooplankton from the water. It is an important prey and bait fish and is fished locally. The species is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Blueline herring?
The Blueline herring has a torpedo-shaped body, is mainly silver-grey and shows a plain pattern.
Where does the Blueline herring live?
The Blueline herring lives in both fresh and salt water and is mostly found around stony or rocky ground.
How big does the Blueline herring get?
The Blueline herring grows to a maximum of about 25 cm. On average the species is around 10 cm.
Is the Blueline herring dangerous to humans?
No, the Blueline herring is harmless to humans.
Is the Blueline herring edible?
Yes, the Blueline herring is commonly eaten.
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Same genus Herklotsichthys
More from the family Clupeidae
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