Is Gizzard shad kosher?

Gizzard shad is kosher according to Jewish dietary law. It has the fins and scales required by kashrut.

Yes — Gizzard shad is kosher under Jewish dietary law.

Gizzard shad has fins and scales, which are the two requirements for kosher fish under Jewish dietary law (Leviticus 11:9-12).

About Gizzard shad

See: Herrings

Source: kosherfish.co/kosher-fish-list (snapshot 2025-12-19)

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