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Threadfin Shad

Threadfin
Shad is an important forage species for sport fishes in large rivers and
reservoirs. It is not as tolerant of cold water as Gizzard Shad (not present in
Melones).
description To 9" (23 cm). Deep, moderately
compressed. Back gray to green; sides silvery; belly white; humeral spot large,
black; all fins except dorsal fin yellowish. Head small; mouth small, terminal;
no notch on ventral edge of upper jaw. Dorsal fin small, origin slightly
posterior to pelvic fin; last dorsal fin ray greatly elongate, reaching near
caudal fin base; anal fin short, with 17–27 rays |