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As small pelagic fish, they are a more sustainable seafood choice with lower mercury levels compared to larger predatory fish [15]. 3. Fisheries and Stock Management

The sardine, often referred to interchangeably with the pilchard [29], is a small, nutrient-dense pelagic fish of immense economic, ecological, and cultural importance [5]. This report outlines the biological classification, nutritional value, current fishery status, and emerging cultural trends surrounding this species. 1. Biological and Taxonomic Overview sardine

The popularity of the subject has even extended into tabletop games, such as the Sunny Day Sardines card game [34]. As small pelagic fish, they are a more

Many regions, such as the Iberian Coast and the Mediterranean, have seen historical declines in recruitment [2, 23]. Many regions, such as the Iberian Coast and

They thrive globally, particularly in the northeastern Atlantic, Mediterranean, and Pacific Oceans [4].