Sardines are a type of small, oily fish that belong to the herring family. While there are many different species of sardines, the largest species is known as the Pacific sardine or California sardine. This particular species can grow up to 12 inches in length and weigh around 3 pounds. They are found off the coast of California and Baja California, Mexico, where they form large schools in deep waters.
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