Description
Sardinella melanura is a species of ray-finned fish in the genus Sardinella. Description Dorsal spines (total): 0; Dorsal soft rays (total): 13-21; Anal spines: 0; Anal soft rays: 12 - 23. Body depth usually not much more than 30% of standard length; scutes 27 to 31. The jet black caudal tips distinguish S. melanura fro... Read more in SeabookLocations
- Maldives
- Seychelles
- Bali
- Laccadive Islands
- Reunion
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Colors
black
silver
Edible
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Group
Conservation status
(LC) Least concern
Habitat and Environment
Open water