American Gizzard Shad
Dorosoma cepedianum
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 0–33 m
- Max size: 57 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
A gizzard shad of open river channels, lakes and reservoirs that also pushes into brackish coastal water, it filters plankton through a muscular, gizzard like stomach. It grows to nearly 60 centimetres and forms huge schools that feed game fish and birds throughout its range.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Clupeiformes › Dorosomatidae › Dorosoma
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 159600.
FAQ
- How deep does the American Gizzard Shad live?
- The American Gizzard Shad (Dorosoma cepedianum) is typically found at 0–33 m.
- Is the American Gizzard Shad dangerous to divers?
- The American Gizzard Shad is harmless to divers.
- How big does the American Gizzard Shad get?
- The American Gizzard Shad grows to about 57 cm.