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The Blackfin cisco (Coregonus nigripinnis) is a freshwater fish of the family Salmonidae that grows up to 39 cm.
Description
The Blackfin cisco is a whitefish (Salmonidae) from cold, clear lakes and rivers of the Great Lakes of North America. The species grows to about 40 cm and has a slender, silvery, streamlined body with a small mouth and an adipose fin. As a social schooling fish it swims in cold, oxygen-rich water and filters small zooplankton and snaps at insect larvae and small invertebrates from the bottom. It is an important food fish. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Blackfin cisco?
The Blackfin cisco has a torpedo-shaped body and is mainly silver-grey.
Where does the Blackfin cisco live?
The Blackfin cisco lives in fresh water and is mostly found around open water. North America: Canada, USA
How big does the Blackfin cisco get?
The Blackfin cisco grows to a maximum of about 39 cm. On average the species is around 33 cm.
Is the Blackfin cisco dangerous to humans?
No, the Blackfin cisco is harmless to humans. This species is harmless to humans. No specific first aid is needed. Still handle the fish with care: mind the fin rays and the sharp edges of the gill cover, and rinse any scratch with clean water and cover it. For a dirty or deep wound check tetanus status.
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Same genus Coregonus
More from the family Salmonidae
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