Family: |
Osmeridae (Smelts) |
Max. size: |
23 cm TL (male/unsexed); max. reported age: 3 years |
Environment: |
benthopelagic; marine; depth range - 128 m |
Distribution: |
Northeast Pacific: southeastern Alaska to Point Arguello in central California, USA. |
Diagnosis: |
Dorsal spines (total): 0-0; Dorsal soft rays (total): 8-10; Anal spines: 0-0; Anal soft rays: 15-19; Vertebrae: 60-64. In males, pectoral fins longer; tuberculate on head, scales, and lower fins (Ref. 6885). Green with silvery sides (Ref. 6885). |
Biology: |
Feeds on small shrimp-like crustaceans (Ref. 4563). Caught during the spawning season (Ref. 2850). |
IUCN Red List Status: |
Not Evaluated (N.E.) Ref. (130435)
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Threat to humans: |
harmless |
Country info: |
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