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The Broad whitefish (Coregonus nasus) is a brackish-water fish of the family Salmonidae that grows up to 71 cm.
Description
The Broad whitefish is a whitefish (Salmonidae) from cold, clear lakes and rivers of Arctic North America and Siberia. 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 Broad whitefish?
The Broad whitefish has a torpedo-shaped body and is mainly silver-grey.
Where does the Broad whitefish live?
The Broad whitefish lives in brackish water and is mostly found around open water. North America: Canada, Russia, Ukraine, Alaska
How big does the Broad whitefish get?
The Broad whitefish grows to a maximum of about 71 cm. On average the species is around 46 cm.
Is the Broad whitefish dangerous to humans?
No, the Broad whitefish 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.
Is the Broad whitefish edible?
Yes, the Broad whitefish is commonly eaten.
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Same genus Coregonus
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