Appearance
Alosa are generally dark on the back and top of the head with blue, violet, or greenish tints. However, some species can be identified as having a grey or green back. Spots are commonly found behind the head and the fins may vary from species to species or individually. Most species of Alosa weigh 300 grams or less with one species, Alosa pontica, weighing up to 2 kilograms.
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