Goldspot Herring
NameGoldspot Herring
Scientific NameHerklotsichthys quadrimaculatus
Common NamesGoldspot Sardinella, Fourspot Herring, Spotted Herring
FamilyClupeidae
OriginIndo-Pacific, Red Sea, East Africa, Western Pacific
Temperamentpeaceful
Dietomnivore
Care Levelexpert
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)1000
Max Size (Inches)8
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)75-82
pH Range8.1-8.4
Compatible SpeciesLarge, peaceful, non-predatory marine fish
Description
The Goldspot Herring is a schooling marine fish found throughout the Indo-Pacific. Known for its silvery body and often a series of small gold spots along its flanks, it forms large shoals in coastal waters. These fish are primarily planktivores and serve as an important food source for larger marine predators.
