Fishing for Arctic rainbow smelt

The Arctic rainbow smelt is a small, slender fish typically reaching 6-9 inches in length and weighing up to 0.5 pounds. It has a silvery body with a slight iridescent sheen. This species inhabits cold, northern freshwater and coastal marine environments. It feeds on plankton and small invertebrates, exhibiting schooling behavior for protection and efficient foraging. This summary is AI generated