American Shad


Fish Information

Species

American Shad

Scientific Name

Alosa sapidissima

IUCN Status

Least Concern

Fish Group

Shads

Lifestyle

Pelagic

Waters

Saltwater Freshwater Brackish

Locations

Cape Cod

Region

North America

A shad found on the northeastern coast of North America from Canada to Florida, USA. Reaches up to 12 pounds, 30 inches.

Found at Cape Cod.