The golomyankas (lit. "fat fish") or Baikal oilfish are two species of peculiar sculpin-like fishes endemic to Lake Baikal in Russia. Description Golomyankas have a naked, glassy body that's dull and translucent in appearance. They've long pectoral fins and although pelvic bones are present they lack pelvic fins. Golomyankas have a strong lateral line. The lateral line system on the head consists of large cavities linked by narrow bony bridges with small external pores. Lack of a swim bladder,… (More on Golomyanka)