Yellowfin Herring
NameYellowfin Herring
Scientific NameDorosoma petenense
Common NamesThreadfin Shad, Yellowfin Shad, Yellowfin Herring
FamilyClupeidae
OriginNorth America, Southeastern United States, Central America
Temperamentpeaceful
Dietomnivore
Care Leveladvanced
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)200
Max Size (Inches)9
Water TypeFreshwater
Temperature Range (°F)68-82
pH Range6.5-8.0
Compatible SpeciesLarge, peaceful native minnows, Suckers, Non-aggressive sunfish (in very large tanks)
Description
The Yellowfin Herring, also known as Threadfin Shad, is a slender, silvery schooling fish primarily found in freshwater ecosystems of North and Central America. They are filter feeders, consuming plankton and detritus, and are widely recognized as important forage fish. Due to their delicate nature, schooling requirements, and specific dietary needs, they are generally unsuitable for typical home aquariums.
