Herring

A herring is a type of small, silvery fish that is found in schools in the cold waters of the North Atlantic and North Pacific oceans. They are a keystone species in many marine ecosystems and are a commercially important food source for humans. 🐟

Herring have a streamlined, elongated body with a silvery-blue back and a bright white belly. They are a relatively small fish, typically growing to a length of about 15 inches. They have a single dorsal fin and a forked tail.

Herring are pelagic fish, meaning they live in the open ocean rather than near the bottom. They are found in large, dense schools, which they use as a defense against predators. They are filter feeders and their diet consists of plankton and other tiny marine organisms.

Herring is a very important commercial fish species that is harvested for human consumption, as well as for fish oil and fishmeal. They are a common food source in many parts of the world and are often smoked, pickled, or canned. Their roe, or eggs, is also considered a delicacy in some cultures.