capelin

• Petit poisson nordique très abondant, qui constitue une source de nourriture importante pour les oiseaux marins, les mammifères marins et d'autres poissons.

A very small northern fish that serves as a crucial food source for sea birds, marine mammals, and other fishes.

1. Small northern fishB2formal

   A very small fish found in the North Atlantic and Arctic oceans, serving as a crucial food source for seabirds, marine mammals, and larger fish.

   Petit poisson nordique

   • Capelin are a key part of the diet for puffins and seals.
   • The capelin run attracts many predators to the shore.
   • Fishermen catch capelin for use as bait or for processing into fishmeal.