eulachon
/ˈjuːləkɑːn/
noun
- A small, oily fish found in the northern Pacific Ocean, also known as candlefish; alternative spelling of eulachan.
- The eulachon run is a key event for the local ecosystem.
- Eulachon oil was traditionally used for cooking and lighting.
- Many coastal communities celebrate the return of the eulachon each year.
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