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Common whitefish

Coregonus clupeaformis

Not Evaluated Brackish
Max Length
100.0 cm
Max Weight
19.0 kg
Depth Range
8-128m
Family

Overview

Common whitefish (Coregonus clupeaformis) is a brackish-water fish of the family Salmonidae (Salmons and trouts), in the order Salmoniformes. Maximum recorded length is 100 cm, with a maximum published weight of 19 kg. Its recorded depth range is 8–128 m. Recorded habitats include estuaries.

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Physical Description

Measurement Value
Maximum Length 100.0 cm
Maximum Weight 19.0 kg
Depth Range 8-128m

Habitat & Distribution

Estuaries

Water Type
Brackish
Depth Range
8-128m

Fishing Information

Game Fish
Yes

Taxonomy

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

Frequently Asked Questions

How big does Common whitefish get?
Common whitefish can grow up to 100.0 cm long and weigh 19.0 kg.
Where is Common whitefish found?
Estuaries
What family does Common whitefish belong to?
Common whitefish (Coregonus clupeaformis) belongs to the family Salmonidae (Salmons and trouts) in the order Salmoniformes (Salmon and trout).

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