Having a blast catching American and Hickory Shad during their annual migratory run up the James River into downtown Richmond, Virginia. Side by side comparison for positive identification of each species. These species are anadromous and tolerate both salt and fresh water and return to fresh water every year to spawn. They are ocean fish with a forked tail. American Shad (as well as Herring) are illegal to keep or have in your possession. Hickories can be harvested for their roe, consumption, or typically ... for bait. Published on Mar 31, 2013(来自网上vid)
Adult American shadweigh between 3 pounds (1.4 kg) and 8 pounds (3.6 kg) and they have a delicate flavor when cooked.[3] It is considered flavorful enough to not require sauces,herbs or spices. It can be boiled, filleted and fried in butter, or baked.Traditionally, a little vinegar is sprinkled over it on the plate. In theeastern United States, roe shad (females) are prized because the eggs areconsidered a delicacy.(来自维基)。Google译文如下:成年鲥鱼重达3磅(1.4公斤)和8磅(3.6公斤)之间,烹饪的时候,他们发出微妙的味道,它被认为是足够美味,不需要酱汁,香草或香料。它可以被炖,弄成鱼片和黄油炒,或烤。传统上,一点点醋洒鱼上。因为它的美味,在美国东部鲥鱼鱼子被视为珍品。