Is Pilchard kosher?
Yes — Pilchard is kosher under Jewish dietary law.
Pilchard has fins and scales, which are the two requirements for kosher fish under Jewish dietary law (Leviticus 11:9-12).
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About Pilchard
See: Herrings
Source: kosherfish.co/kosher-fish-list (snapshot 2025-12-19)
