Species guide
How to catch Round sardinella
Sardinella aurita
The round sardinella is a small pelagic fish known for schooling near coasts in clear, cooler saline waters. It is strongly migratory, often rising near the surface at night and moving deeper during warm seasons. This species feeds selectively on plankton and thrives in temperatures between 18 and 25°C.
Where they live
Found in brackish and saltwater along coasts in Africa, the Atlantic, and Mediterranean regions. Prefers clear, saline waters usually below 24°C, occurring from surface areas down to 350 meters deep, often schooling nearshore and over the continental shelf.
Typical size
Up to about 41 cm
What they eat
- plankton
- detritus
- microalgae
- dinoflagellates
Best baits
- small shrimp
- plankton-like bait
- tiny fish pieces
Best lures
- small silver spoons
- tiny soft plastics
- micro jigs
How to fish for them
- light tackle spinning
- float fishing near surface
- pier and shore casting
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