Atlantic Herring is commonly between 30 and 40 cm length. It is a multispawner and generally spawns in shallow waters in spring or summer.

Herring is a forage fish that often moves in large schools around fishing banks close to the coast. It is often eaten raw, fermented or smoked. There are many nutrients found in herring, like omega-3 fatty acids, vitamin D and selenium which can help in fighting and preventing heart disease.