The American gizzard shad is a freshwater fish known for its deep, laterally compressed body and silvery appearance. It typically measures 9-14 inches and weighs 1-3 pounds. Preferring warm, slow-moving waters, it feeds on plankton and detritus. This species often forms large schools and plays a crucial role in aquatic food chains as a forage fish. This summary is AI generated
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IUCN Status
Threat to humans
Source: Fishbase
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