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Herring (Clupea harengus)

Herring (Clupea harengus) – Haring  Taxonomy: Herring belong to the Clupeidae family. Which also includes sardines and anchovies. Species: The Atlantic herring (Clupea harengus) is the most common species. Known for forming large schools in the North Atlantic. Reproduction: Spawn in shallow coastal waters, laying thousands of eggs that attach to rocks or seaweed. The…