Blueback Shad
NameBlueback Shad
Scientific NameAlosa aestivalis
Common NamesBlueback Shad, Blueback Herring
FamilyClupeidae
OriginNorth America, Atlantic Coast
Temperamentpeaceful
Dietcarnivore
Care Levelexpert
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)500
Max Size (Inches)15
Water TypeFreshwater
Temperature Range (°F)50-75
pH Range6.0-8.0
Compatible SpeciesNone (not suitable for typical home aquariums)
Description
Blueback Shad are anadromous fish native to the Atlantic coast of North America, known for their silvery bodies and bluish-green backs. They spend most of their adult lives in saltwater but migrate to freshwater rivers to spawn. Due to their large size, schooling nature, and anadromous lifecycle, they are not suitable for typical home aquariums.
