Fishing for Deep-sea smelt

Glossanodon semifasciatus

The deep-sea smelt is a small, slender fish found in deep oceanic waters. It typically measures around 6 inches in length and weighs up to 0.2 pounds. Its translucent body aids in camouflage. The diet consists mainly of plankton and small crustaceans. Known for its vertical migration, it ascends at night to feed and descends during the day. This summary is AI generated

Water type

Saltwater

IUCN Status

Not evaluated

Threat to humans

Harmless

Source: Fishbase

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