Sardines

Sardina Pilchardus/Sagax

About the Product

General Characteristics

The Sardine is a small to medium-sized elongated fish that resembles a herring. The upper parts are green and the sides are golden with a silver belly. Sardines are found in the northeastern Atlantic Ocean, the Mediterranean Ocean, and the Black Sea. Sardines are a staple of many cultures around the world and are often sold fresh, frozen, smoked, and dried. Sardines also make for great bait because of their scent, and flavor.

Grade

Food or Bait

Average Size

Ocean Run, U80g, 80/120g, 120/160g, 160g+

Origin

Mexico, Morocco, Europe

Fishing Season

March-December

Available Year-Round

Packing Style

IQF, Block Frozen