Fishing for Skipjack herring

Alosa chrysochloris

The Skipjack shad is a small, streamlined fish found in freshwater rivers and coastal waters. It typically measures 12-15 inches and weighs 1-2 pounds. With a silvery body and forked tail, it primarily feeds on plankton and small invertebrates. Known for its schooling behavior, the Skipjack shad is an agile swimmer, often seen in large groups. This summary is AI generated

Water type

Saltwater / Freshwater / Mixed

IUCN Status

Least concern

Threat to humans

Harmless

Source: Fishbase

Best baits to catch Skipjack herring

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Melton Hill Lake (Clinch River)

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Melton Hill Lake (Clinch River)

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Running Water Creek

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Ohio River (East Liverpool - Lawrenceburg)

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Cumberland City Power Plant

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Arkansas River

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Cumberland River (TN)

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Plymouth County Coast

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