Fishing for Whitebait smelt

The whitebait smelt is a slender, elongated fish found in coastal waters and estuaries along the Pacific coast. It typically measures 4 to 6 inches and weighs up to 0.1 pounds. This species feeds on plankton and small invertebrates. Known for its schooling behavior, the whitebait smelt plays a crucial role in the aquatic food web. This summary is AI generated