🌿Native Nature

Blueback Shad

Alosa aestivalis

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Actinopterygii ›Order: Clupeiformes ›Family: Alosidae ›Genus: Alosa

About

The blueback herring or blueback shad (Alosa aestivalis) is an anadromous species of herring from the east coast of North America, with a range from Nova Scotia to Florida. Blueback herring form schools and are believed to migrate offshore to overwinter near the bottom.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Blueback Shad?
The scientific name of Blueback Shad is Alosa aestivalis.
What kingdom does Blueback Shad belong to?
Blueback Shad belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Blueback Shad belong to?
Blueback Shad belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Blueback Shad belong to?
Blueback Shad belongs to the class Actinopterygii.
What order does Blueback Shad belong to?
Blueback Shad belongs to the order Clupeiformes.
What family does Blueback Shad belong to?
Blueback Shad belongs to the family Alosidae.
What genus does Blueback Shad belong to?
Blueback Shad belongs to the genus Alosa.