Longfin Smelt
By California Water Science Center
November 2018 (approx.)
Detailed Description
Longfin smelt captured in San Pablo Bay, November 2018. Longfin Smelt typically live for two years, with 1 and 2 year old fish represented in this photo. Fish of all sizes have been observed in the marine environment.
Sources/Usage
Public Domain.
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Longfin Smelt Distribution in the Coastal Pacific Ocean
Longfin Smelt ( Spirinchus thaleichthys ) is a pelagic fish species found in waters along the Pacific coast, from Alaska to central California. Its complex life cycle makes it vulnerable to threats in both freshwater and at sea. Longfin Smelt is listed as a threatened species by the state of California.
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Longfin Smelt Distribution in the Coastal Pacific Ocean
Longfin Smelt ( Spirinchus thaleichthys ) is a pelagic fish species found in waters along the Pacific coast, from Alaska to central California. Its complex life cycle makes it vulnerable to threats in both freshwater and at sea. Longfin Smelt is listed as a threatened species by the state of California.