Bloch's gizzard shad is a small, silvery fish found in coastal and estuarine waters. It typically measures around 8-10 inches long and weighs up to 1 pound. This species has a deep, laterally compressed body and a distinctive gizzard-like stomach. It primarily feeds on plankton and detritus. Bloch's gizzard shad often forms large schools for protection. This summary is AI generated
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IUCN Status
Threat to humans
Source: Fishbase
According to catch data from over 15 million anglers on Fishbrain, these are the top baits used to catch Bloch's gizzard shad.