Which seas is American shad found in?

In our records American shad appears in these seas: Northeast Atlantic — United States, Mid-Atlantic — United States, South Atlantic — United States.

In which months is American shad at its peak?

Peak periods by sea: South Atlantic — United States April, May, October, November; Mid-Atlantic — United States April, May, October, November; Northeast Atlantic — United States April, May, October, November.

American shad

Alosa sapidissima

American shad

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Legal status

The regulation holds no separate minimum size or closed season entry for this species. The provisions for Türkiye as a whole apply.

Bait and technique

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Frequently asked questions

Which seas is American shad found in?: In our records American shad appears in these seas: Northeast Atlantic — United States, Mid-Atlantic — United States, South Atlantic — United States.
In which months is American shad at its peak?: Peak periods by sea: South Atlantic — United States April, May, October, November; Mid-Atlantic — United States April, May, October, November; Northeast Atlantic — United States April, May, October, November.