Thousands of candlefish dry on racks
These small marine fish, related to the smelt, were highly prized for their oil, which was used to flavor halibut, salmon, clams, and roe. Candlefish, as the name implies, were also a source of artificial light for these Indians. After drying, their carcasses were threaded with wicks and, when light...
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| Summary: | These small marine fish, related to the smelt, were highly prized for their oil, which was used to flavor halibut, salmon, clams, and roe. Candlefish, as the name implies, were also a source of artificial light for these Indians. After drying, their carcasses were threaded with wicks and, when lighted, the oil within the fish produced a steady flame. |
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