noun
- Plural of cisco; small freshwater fish of the salmon family found in North American lakes.
Usage: Also called lake herring or tullibee in some regions.
Examples
- The ciscos in Lake Michigan are an important food source for larger fish.
- Anglers often catch ciscos while fishing in the Great Lakes.
- Ciscos are known for their silvery appearance and small size.
- The population of ciscos has fluctuated due to invasive species.
- Commercial fisheries have historically harvested ciscos for food.