The night smelt is a small, slender fish typically reaching 6-9 inches in length and weighing up to 0.2 pounds. It inhabits the coastal waters of the northeastern Pacific Ocean. This species feeds on plankton and small invertebrates. Known for its nocturnal spawning behavior, the night smelt often forms large schools near sandy beaches. This summary is AI generated
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IUCN Status
Threat to humans
Source: Fishbase
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