Northern whitefish
Coregonus peled
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Overview
Northern whitefish (Coregonus peled) is a euryhaline fish of the family Salmonidae (Salmons and trouts), in the order Salmoniformes. Maximum recorded length is 50 cm, with a maximum published weight of 5 kg. Its recorded depth range is 5–11 m. Recorded habitats include estuaries.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 50,0 cm |
| Maximum Weight | 5,0 kg |
| Plage de profondeur | 5-11m |
Habitat & Distribution
Estuaries
Type d'eau
Freshwater & Saltwater
Plage de profondeur
5-11m
Taxonomy
| Ordre | Salmoniformes (Salmon and trout) |
| Famille | Salmonidae (Salmons and trouts) |
| Espèces | Coregonus peled |
Foire aux questions
How big does Northern whitefish get?
Northern whitefish can grow up to 50.0 cm long and weigh 5.0 kg.
Where is Northern whitefish found?
Estuaries
What family does Northern whitefish belong to?
Northern whitefish (Coregonus peled) belongs to the family Salmonidae (Salmons and trouts) in the order Salmoniformes (Salmon and trout).
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