Round Sardinella
NameRound Sardinella
Scientific NameSardinella aurita
Common NamesRound Sardinella, Round Sardine, Spanish Sardine, Gilt Sardine
FamilyClupeidae
OriginAtlantic Ocean, Mediterranean Sea, Indo-Pacific
Temperamentpeaceful
Dietomnivore
Care Levelexpert
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)10000
Max Size (Inches)12
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)68-82
pH Range8.0-8.4
Compatible SpeciesNone (not suitable for home aquariums)
Description
The Round Sardinella is a small, silvery, schooling pelagic fish found in warm temperate and tropical waters worldwide. They are an important forage fish, forming large schools and feeding primarily on plankton. This species is commercially important for fisheries and is not suitable for typical home aquariums.
