The image shown is a representative illustration and does not depict every individual animal in this category.
Total number of species approx.: 20
Fishes of the herring family, known as Clupeidae, are small to medium-sized schooling fish found in oceans and some freshwater systems worldwide. This group includes herrings, sardines, and anchovies, all recognized for their streamlined bodies and shimmering, silvery appearance.
Herring family fish play a vital role in marine food webs, forming massive schools that provide food for larger fish, seabirds, and marine mammals. They feed mainly on plankton and are essential for maintaining healthy and balanced ocean ecosystems.
