Description
Sardines are a fish species that are often consumed by large groups of people. They are often served in cans. Sardines or pilchards come in different types. The name sardines originates from the 15th century when this fish was regularly caught near Sardinia. The sardines are commercially fished and are available for different purposes. This is used as bait, but also for consumption. The fish is dried, salted or smoked. The oily liquid from the sardines is often used in the manufacture of paint, varnish, and linoleum.




