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Golden charr

Salvelinus youngeri

Not Evaluated Freshwater
Max Length
25.0 cm
Family

Overview

Golden charr (Salvelinus youngeri) is a freshwater fish of the family Salmonidae (Salmons and trouts), in the order Salmoniformes. Maximum recorded length is 25 cm.

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Physical Description

Measurement Value
Maximum Length 25.0 cm

Habitat & Distribution

Water Type
Freshwater

Taxonomy

Order Salmoniformes (Salmon and trout)
Family Salmonidae (Salmons and trouts)
Species Salvelinus youngeri

Frequently Asked Questions

How big does Golden charr get?
Golden charr can grow up to 25.0 cm long.
What family does Golden charr belong to?
Golden charr (Salvelinus youngeri) belongs to the family Salmonidae (Salmons and trouts) in the order Salmoniformes (Salmon and trout).

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