Thai Gizzard Shad
Anodontostoma thailandiae
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 0–50 m
- Max size: 18 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
The Thai gizzard shad gathers inshore and probably runs into estuaries, much like its close relatives in the same genus. It reaches about eighteen centimetres and filters tiny food from the water with its fine gill rakers.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Clupeiformes › Dorosomatidae › Anodontostoma
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 279628.
FAQ
- How deep does the Thai Gizzard Shad live?
- The Thai Gizzard Shad (Anodontostoma thailandiae) is typically found at 0–50 m.
- Is the Thai Gizzard Shad dangerous to divers?
- The Thai Gizzard Shad is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Thai Gizzard Shad get?
- The Thai Gizzard Shad grows to about 18 cm.