The Hackleback Sturgeon, Scaphirhynchus platorynchus, or Shovelnose Sturgeon is the only freshwater sturgeon in the US and is often seen as a fantastic 'local' alternative to the Russian Sturgeon, but a lot more affordable.

Caviar Characteristics:
Small, firm beautiful glistening black pearls.
Malossol (Russian term for lightly salted).
Distinguished smooth, buttery flavor. Aromatic and savory taste, intense nutty taste.