Longfin Smelt

Spirinchus thaleichthys

Pelvic fin starting just in front of the origin of the dorsal fin; medium sized scales (54-65 along the lateral line); no concentric striae on gill covers; pectoral fin long, nearly reaching pelvic fin origin .

Occurence: Prince William Sound to Monterey Bay

Depth: 0-30 meters    Size: 15 cm

Species code: 23061

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