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
Fishing forecast
Water type
Common depth
IUCN Status
Threat to humans
Source: Fishbase
According to catch data from over 15 million anglers on Fishbrain, these are the top baits used to catch Arctic rainbow smelt.