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Longfin Smelt

Spirinchus thaleichthys

Classification

Family
Osmeridae

The longfin smelt (Spirinchus thaleichthys) is a small anadromous fish native to the North Pacific, and adjacent streams and lakes. Its name is derived from its long pectoral fins, which extend almost to the base of its pelvic fins. Taxonomy S.

Distribution

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Countries in the Picchu catalog
United States of America · 69Canada · 1