Azov shad

Alosa tanaica

A short freshwater ascent completes spawning

Azov shad is known from Eurasia as a migratory fish. It occurs in freshwater habitats.

Class: Teleosts
Order: Herrings
Family: Alosidae
Genus: Alosa
Maximum length: 30 cm
Body shape: fusiform
Distribution: Eurasia: Black Sea and Sea of Azov from where adults ascend rivers, migrating a short distance upstream to spawn.
Conservation status: LCLeast Concern

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