Atlantic herring

Atlantic herring (Clupea harengus) is a herring species that inhabits the North Atlantic Ocean.

Pronunciation

The term "Atlantic herring" is pronounced as /ætˈlæntɪk ˈhɛrɪŋ/.

Etymology

The term "Atlantic herring" is derived from the Latin words Clupea, meaning "herring", and harengus, meaning "from the sea". The term "Atlantic" refers to the Atlantic Ocean, where this species is predominantly found.

Description

Atlantic herring are small, silvery fish that can grow up to 45 cm in length. They are known for their large, protruding eyes and forked tail. The body of the Atlantic herring is covered in large, easily shed scales.

Habitat and Distribution

Atlantic herring are found throughout the North Atlantic Ocean, from the Arctic Ocean to the coast of North Carolina. They are a pelagic species, meaning they live in the open ocean rather than close to the coast.

Diet

Atlantic herring primarily feed on plankton, small crustaceans, and fish larvae.

Reproduction

Atlantic herring reproduce through a process known as spawning, where females release eggs and males release sperm into the water. The fertilized eggs then float in the water until they hatch.

Related Terms

• Herring
• North Atlantic Ocean
• Arctic Ocean
• Plankton
• Crustaceans
• Fish larvae
• Spawning

External links

• Medical encyclopedia article on Atlantic herring
• Wikipedia's article - Atlantic herring

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