Atlantic herring

Atlantic herring is a small, schooling fish found in the North Atlantic Ocean and surrounding waters. It plays a vital role in marine ecosystems as both predator and prey, feeding mainly on plankton and small invertebrates. Herring is commercially important, valued for its use in food products like smoked, pickled, or canned fish. It thrives in cold, nutrient-rich waters and tends to form large schools, which help protect them from predators. Their populations can fluctuate due to environmental changes and fishing pressures, making them a key species for sustainable fisheries management.