They are found in both estuarine and coastal ocean waters, often forming massive schools. 2. Ecological Importance (The "Most Important Fish")
), which sets quotas to ensure sustainability, especially considering their critical role as a forage fish. 5. brevoortia tyrannis
Management is conducted under the Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission ( ASMFCcap A cap S cap M cap F cap C They are found in both estuarine and coastal