Alosa Collection

Herring, Clupea harengus, sprat, Sprattus sprattus, and shad, Alosa alosa
FLO4654893 Herring, Clupea harengus, sprat, Sprattus sprattus, and shad, Alosa alosa. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Pee Jr

Bald eagle (Haliaeetus leucocephalus) catching an Alewife (Alosa pseudoharengus) in Somes Sound, Acadia National Park, Maine, USA. June

Shad, anchovy, and fishermen fishing with nets
Shad, Alosa alosa 137 and anchovy, Engraulis encrasicolus 138. Fishermen scattering bait with a wooden spoon to fish in a net

Herring, sprat and shad
Herring, Clupea harengus, sprat, Sprattus sprattus, and shad, Alosa alosa. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Plee Jr. after an illustration by Jean-Gabriel Pretre from Bernard Germain de

Allis shad, Alosa alosa (Shad, Clupea alosa). Handcoloured copperplate drawn and engraved by Edward Donovan from his Natural History of British Fishes, Donovan and F.C. and J

Allis shad, Alosa alosa (White bait, Clupea alosa). Handcoloured copperplate drawn
FLO4614648 Allis shad, Alosa alosa (White bait, Clupea alosa). Handcoloured copperplate drawn and engraved by Edward Donovan from his Natural History of British Fishes, Donovan and F.C. and J

Allis shad, Alosa alosa (Shad, Clupea alosa). Handcoloured copperplate drawn
FLO4614394 Allis shad, Alosa alosa (Shad, Clupea alosa). Handcoloured copperplate drawn and engraved by Edward Donovan from his Natural History of British Fishes, Donovan and F.C. and J

Alewife fish (Alosa pseudoharengus), migrating up river, Northern Maine, USA. June

Osprey (Pandion haliaetus) with two Alewife (Alosa pseudoharengus) just caught in the Atlantic Ocean. Acadia National Park, Maine, USA. June

Elft Alosa alosa Alosa Alose title object shad
Elft (Alosa alosa), Elft. / Alosa. / Alose (title on object), shad. Numbered top right: 5. Bottom left the name in ten languages. Part of the sixth album with drawings of fish, shells and insects

Allis Shad and Twaite Shad
Allis Shad (Alosa alosa) and Twaite Shad (Alosa fallax). Date: 1879

Scale-Finned Shad and European Anchovy
Scale-Finned Shad (another version of Alosa fallax or Twait Shad) and European Anchovy (Engraulis encrasicolus). Date: 1865

Alosa fallax, or Twait Shad
Alosa alosa, or Allis Shad, of the Clupeidae family, also known as Scadina, Alewife and Damin Herring. Date: 1865

Clupea finta, twaite shad
Page 68 by W Houghton from his British Freshwater Fishes, 1879

Clupea alosa, shad
Plate 57 by Edward Donovan from his British Fishes, Vol 1, 1802

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"Alosa: The Mighty Hunter of the Seas" In the picturesque Somes Sound, a majestic Bald eagle swoops down with precision, its sharp talons ready to seize an unsuspecting Alewife. This breathtaking moment captures the essence pseudoharengus, commonly known as Alosa. Alosa is not just any fish; it is a vital player in various ecosystems around the world. From shad and anchovy to herring, sprat, and even Allis shad (Alosa alosa), this diverse species thrives in rivers and oceans alike. Its presence supports both marine life and fishermen who skillfully cast their nets to capture these abundant creatures. The historical significance cannot be overlooked either. Edward Donovan's Natural History of British Fishes showcases hand-colored copperplate engravings from 1802-1808 that depict the mesmerizing beauty of Allis shad (Alosa alosa) alongside other remarkable species like White bait (Clupea alosa). These illustrations serve as timeless reminders of our fascination with these incredible fish. As summer arrives in Northern Maine, USA, Alewife fish embark on their annual migration upriver. Against all odds, they navigate treacherous waters to fulfill their lifecycle while providing sustenance for countless organisms along the way, and is during this time that Ospreys join nature's feast by snatching two freshly caught Alewives with their powerful claws. But Alosas' influence extends beyond North America; it encompasses Europe too. Twaite Shad and European Anchovy are among its close relatives found in European waters. Their existence adds richness to marine biodiversity while captivating scientists and enthusiasts alike. Let us not forget about another member of this remarkable family - Alost fallax or Twait Shad - which further contributes to the tapestry of aquatic life across continents. Alosa is more than just a fish.