Pilchard vs Slender sprat
Two species side by side. The larger value in each row is highlighted.
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Size

Pilchard
0.25 m
Human
1.75 m

Slender sprat
0.12 m
| Pilchard | Slender sprat | |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 30β200 g | 15β35 g |
| Length | 15β25 cm | 8β12 cm |
| Top Speed | 15 km/h | β |
| Lifespan | 10β15 yrs | 2β4 yrs |
| Offspring | 50000β60000 | 5000β15000 |
| Diet | Omnivore | Omnivore |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Least Concern |
| Activity Pattern | Diurnal | Diurnal |
| Migration | Migratory | Resident |
| Habitat | Ocean, Coast | Ocean, Coast, Reef |
| Regions | Europe, Africa | Africa |
| Family | Clupeidae | Clupeidae |
| Order | Clupeiformes | Clupeiformes |