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Candlefishes

UK
/ˈkændlˌfɪʃɪz/
US
/ˈkændlˌfɪʃɪz/
ru

Translation candlefishes into russian

candlefish
Noun
candlefishes pl
raiting
candlefish
candlefishes pl
The candlefish is known for its high oil content.
Эулохон известен своим высоким содержанием масла.

Definitions

candlefish
Noun
raiting
A small, oily fish (Thaleichthys pacificus) found along the Pacific coast of North America, known for its high oil content, which allows it to be used as a candle when dried.
The indigenous peoples of the Pacific Northwest used the candlefish as a source of light and food.