European whitefish
Coregonus macrophthalmus
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Not Evaluated
Freshwater
Longueur maximale
30,0 cm
Famille
Overview
European whitefish (Coregonus macrophthalmus) is a freshwater fish of the family Salmonidae (Salmons and trouts), in the order Salmoniformes. Maximum recorded length is 30 cm.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 30,0 cm |
Habitat & Distribution
Type d'eau
Freshwater
Taxonomy
| Ordre | Salmoniformes (Salmon and trout) |
| Famille | Salmonidae (Salmons and trouts) |
| Espèces | Coregonus macrophthalmus |
Foire aux questions
How big does European whitefish get?
European whitefish can grow up to 30.0 cm long.
What family does European whitefish belong to?
European whitefish (Coregonus macrophthalmus) belongs to the family Salmonidae (Salmons and trouts) in the order Salmoniformes (Salmon and trout).
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