The Pacific Herring is a small, silvery fish known for its distinctive forked tail and large schools. They play a crucial role in the marine food web, serving as a primary food source for many larger fish, seabirds, and marine mammals.
Habitat
Coastal waters and estuaries of the North Pacific.
Diet
Primarily feeds on plankton and small invertebrates.
How common
Common
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