Scientific Name:
Harengula jaguana
Common Name(s):
Sardine
Description:
Color is usually brassy above and solid silver on sides. Small black spot may be present on the gill cover.
Feeding Habits:
The sardine feeds on crustaceans and plankton.
Range:
Found around Florida and the Bahamas.
Habitat:
Roams widely in both shallow and deep water of both coasts. Bait-seekers look for them inshore on grassy flats and around bridges. Offshore, they frequently congregate near navigation markers, wrecks and reefs.
Typical Size:
They are 3-6 inches in length and weigh only a few ounces.
World Record: