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Adelfelchen

Adelfelchen

Coregonus fera

Not Evaluated Freshwater
Max Length
55.0 cm
Family

About

Coregonus fera is a freshwater coregonid reaching about 55 cm, historically found in European alpine lakes. Known as 'Adelfelchen', this deepwater whitefish was endemic to Lake Constance but is now considered extinct in the wild.

Physical Description

Measurement Value
Maximum Length 55.0 cm

Habitat & Distribution

Water Type
Freshwater
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Taxonomy

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

Frequently Asked Questions

How big does Adelfelchen get?
Adelfelchen can grow up to 55.0 cm long.
What family does Adelfelchen belong to?
Adelfelchen (Coregonus fera) belongs to the family Salmonidae (Salmons and trouts) in the order Salmoniformes (Salmon and trout).

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