Atlantic Herring

Atlantic Herring is abundant in Faxaflói Bay, forming large schools that are essential to the marine food web, supporting both commercial fishing and local wildlife.

Lesser Sand Eel

Key Facts

Scientific Name Clupea harengus
Family Clupeidae
IUCN Status Least concern
Length 45.7 cm
Weight 0.6 kg
Depth Range 0-36.5m
Diet Phytoplankton, Small Fish, Crustaceans, Mollusks
Lifespan 22 years
Predators Larger fish, Harbour Porpoise, Seal, Atlantic Puffin, Arctic Tern, Razorbill

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