well as consistent monitoring is required to ensure this risk evaluation is correct. However, currently the Australian Sprat is of least concern. It is important to note that the International Union for Conservation of Nature cannot identify whether the population is increasing or decreasing. Predatory and prey Although Australian Sprat are of least concern in terms of conservation. They are still prey of some animals. They are the known prey of little penguins (Eudyptula minor) as well the Australian Pied Cormorant (Phalacrocorax varius). Also, the Australian Sprat is a part of the seabird food chain. Further, all Sprattus types are prey of the New Zealand fur seal (Arctocephalus forsteri). In terms of being a predator, the Australian Sprat is not a predator of any animal. However, it feeds on copepods and plankton. Finally, the Australian Sprats diet remains unchanged throughout their lifetime. Both when they are young as well as adults, Sprats feed on zooplankton. Other animals that they prey include fish eggs, fish larvae, copepods as well as plankton. Taxonomy Note that Australian Sprat samples have been impossible to obtain regarding taxon sampling. Cooking and food Note there is minimal human interaction and Sprats for a variety of reason. However, humans use Sprats to create fishmeal or for their own personal consumption. The Australian Sprat is a small oily fish which possesses an abundance of nutrients. In terms of seafood, it is considered one of the most nutritious varieties. To be preserved, it is smoked and then placed into a can of either oil or brine. Many people enjoy the smoky flavour and will use the sprat is a variety of different dishes and cuisines. There are many ways which sprats can be cooked and consumed. Sprats can be cooked in the pan with salt, pepper, and lemon juice on toast. Another option is having a whole sprat on toast with egg is also a good meal. Finally, Sprats can also be placed into a stew depending upon the season. Overall, the sprat can be eaten either fresh, fry, broil, grill, bake, smoke or salted. The following are a list of nutrition facts for sprats per 100 grams. One of the major benefits of adding Australian Sprats to your diet is the large amounts of Omega-3 it has. The Omega-3 comes in two forms, EPA (Eicosapentaenoic acid) and DHA (Docosahexaenoic acid) which are both the most bio-available form of