Observation on the spawning of Sardina and Sardinella off the south Moroccan Atlantic coast (21-26 degrees N)

摘要

This paper provides information on the early life stages of the Moroccan Atlantic sardine, Sardina pilchardus, and two species of Sardinella: Sardinella aurita and S. maderensis, between Cape Blanc (21degreesN) and Cape Boujdor (26degreesN), dealing with the spawning grounds, the nursery areas and the optimal spawning temperature and salinity range.