Smelt: Are They Saltwater Fish? Explore Their Unique Habitat and Characteristics
Smelts are small, silvery fish in the Osmeridae family. They are anadromous, migrating between saltwater and freshwater. Smelts spawn in freshwater streams but primarily live in saltwater. They have low mercury levels and are important for the diet of many predators. Their migration and habitat choices highlight their ecological importance. Smelt possess several distinctive characteristics. … Read more