AKA "1000 Maybe 2000 Fish" in the Thames River
The fins of Gizzard Shad look like tiny shark fins.
Introduction:
Just 250m north of Black Friars Bridge on the Thames Valley Parkway (east side of the Thames River) one comes to a spot where the pathway narrows and passes over a very small stream. Black metal railways keep one from falling into the water if you're looking at a loose shoelace and not what lies ahead.
In late November - early December the mouth of the stream was alive with "1000 Maybe 2000 Fish" as I liked to say. I took numerous photos and a few videos over the period of 4 - 5 days and I must say - because I have never seen such a thing - they still fascinate me.
I have read that the fish are called Gizzard Shad and information about the name could likely form the basis of another story. I say, knock yourself out!
Below I share a few "photos and videos from along the way":
Still shot: A few more photos can be found here "Productive November"
Video: 6 seconds. GH
Photos and Videos GH
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