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Acadian whitefish

Acadian whitefish

Coregonus huntsmani

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Max Length
40.0 cm
Family

About

Coregonus huntsmani is a fish reaching about 40 cm, found in both freshwater and marine environments. It is a critically endangered coregonid endemic to a single river system in Nova Scotia, Canada.

Physical Description

Measurement Value
Maximum Length 40.0 cm

Habitat & Distribution

Estuaries

Water Type
Freshwater & Saltwater
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Taxonomy

Order Salmoniformes (Salmon and trout)
Family Salmonidae (Salmons and trouts)
Species Coregonus huntsmani

Frequently Asked Questions

How big does Acadian whitefish get?
Acadian whitefish can grow up to 40.0 cm long.
Where is Acadian whitefish found?
Estuaries
What family does Acadian whitefish belong to?
Acadian whitefish (Coregonus huntsmani) belongs to the family Salmonidae (Salmons and trouts) in the order Salmoniformes (Salmon and trout).

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