Allis Shad
Alosa alosa
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 10–300 m
- Max size: 69 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: CR
A large shad that lives at sea but swims far up rivers to spawn, it once ran in great numbers through European rivers. Dams and pollution have made it scarce, and it is now critically endangered. It filters plankton from coastal waters with fine gill rakers.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Clupeiformes › Alosidae › Alosa
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 126413.
FAQ
- How deep does the Allis Shad live?
- The Allis Shad (Alosa alosa) is typically found at 10–300 m.
- Is the Allis Shad dangerous to divers?
- The Allis Shad is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Allis Shad get?
- The Allis Shad grows to about 69 cm.