HERRING

SARDINE

   Appearance: has a slender body, a golden stripe along its side, and a dark spot on the dorsal fin. They have small perforations on the hind part of their scales.

   Fishing Season: is an important commercial fish species and is caught year-round. Fisheries are prominent in markets throughout Southeast Asia.

   Health Benefits: is an important food source, often consumed fresh, dried, salted, boiled, or made into fish balls. Sardines provide protein and omega-3 fatty acids.