Fish Index — UK, Ireland & Nordic Fish & Seafood Industry Directory
Sprats (Sprattus sprattus) play a significant, albeit niche, role in Ireland's seafood industry, particularly as a valuable bait fish and for some niche human consumption markets. While not a primary target for large-scale Irish fisheries, their presence in Irish waters, especially off the south and west coasts, provides a consistent resource. This location is crucial due to the rich feeding groun