Chinese Gizzard Shad
Clupanodon thrissa
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 0–50 m
- Max size: 26 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
This shad lives in coastal waters but readily pushes into rivers, tolerating brackish and possibly fresh conditions. A small herring relative reaching around 26 centimetres, it can carry ciguatera, so eating it is a gamble.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Clupeiformes › Dorosomatidae › Clupanodon
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 280223.
FAQ
- How deep does the Chinese Gizzard Shad live?
- The Chinese Gizzard Shad (Clupanodon thrissa) is typically found at 0–50 m.
- Is the Chinese Gizzard Shad dangerous to divers?
- The Chinese Gizzard Shad is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Chinese Gizzard Shad get?
- The Chinese Gizzard Shad grows to about 26 cm.