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💧 Freshwater Least Concern 🍽️ Edible 🌡️ Boreal

Coregonus Migratorius

Coregonus migratorius Georgi, 1775
Max Length
56 cm
Max Weight
-
Lifespan
-
Trophic Level
3.4
Depth
-
Climate
Boreal
Resilience
Low
Vulnerability
33.00/100
Typical Length
-
Depth Zone
demersal

📖 Overview

Coregonus Migratorius (Coregonus migratorius), first described by Georgi, 1775 is a large fish in the family Salmonidae (order Salmoniformes). Adults typically reach 56.00 cm in maximum length. It inhabits freshwater systems including rivers, streams, and lakes. It occurs in Boreal waters. It feeds on a mix of small fish and invertebrates as a mid-level predator. On the IUCN Red List, it is classified as Least Concern.The species is important as a food fish and considered a sustainable seafood option under current management. As a member of the Salmonidae, it shares life-history and morphological traits with its relatives in the group.

Scientific Name
Coregonus migratorius
Authority
Georgi, 1775
Habitat
Freshwater
Climate
Boreal
Body Shape
Fusiform / normal
IUCN Status
LC
Max Length
56 cm
Trophic Level
3.4
Resilience
Low
Vulnerability
33.00/100
Water Temp
4–16 °C
Salinity
0–0.5 ppt

🐟 Physical Description

: fusiform / normal.

🌀 Behaviour

Behavioural data for Coregonus Migratorius is currently being reviewed.

🦐 Diet

aquatic invertebrates
small fish
algae
detritus

🥚 Reproduction

Size at Maturity
36.5cm TL

🌍 Habitat & Distribution

Freshwater; demersal; pH range: 7.0 - 7.5; dH range: 20 - ?. Boreal; 4°C - 16°C

🌿 Ecology

Zone Preferences
💧 Freshwater ⬇️ Benthic
Trophic Level
3.4±0.3

📐 Morphometrics

Length–Weight Relationship: W = 0.00407 × L3.27 (TL)
Max TL
56cm

🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance

Temperature Range
4–16°C
pH Range
7–7.5
Salinity Range
0–0.5ppt

🛡️ Conservation Assessment

IUCN Category
Least Concern
Assessment Date
2020

📊 Population Risk & Fisheries

Population Resilience
Low
Minimum doubling time
Fishing Vulnerability
33.00/100
Low vulnerability
Trophic Level
3.4
Predator
Body Shape
Fusiform / normal
Climate Zone
Boreal
Described By
Georgi, 1775

🍽️ Edibility & Flavour

"Coregonus Migratorius is an edible species."

✗ Not for Raw
✓ Fresh Indicators
  • Clear, bright eyes — cloudy eyes indicate age
  • Firm flesh that springs back when pressed
  • Fresh ocean smell, never strong or ammonia-like
  • Bright red or pink gills, not grey or brown
  • Shiny, moist skin with scales tightly attached
✗ Avoid If
  • Cloudy or sunken eyes
  • Strong fishy or ammonia odour
  • Soft, mushy flesh that doesn't spring back
  • Discoloured or dry flesh
Best Cooking Methods
Baking Grilling Pan-frying

⚡ Nutrition

Detailed nutritional data for Coregonus Migratorius is currently being compiled from USDA FoodData Central.

🔬 Mercury Safety

Mercury data for Coregonus Migratorius has not yet been assigned. Please consult FDA/EPA guidance for general seafood safety advice.

🌿 Sustainability

Best Choice
Healthy stocks, low impact
Good Alternative
Well-managed, minor concerns
Use Caution
Check sourcing and season
Avoid
Overfished or high impact
✓ Sustainable Choice

🔬 Full Nutritional Profile

Per 100g - Raw, per 100g - Source: USDA FoodData Central templates (oily fish average)

Proximate Composition
Energy180 kcal
Moisture68 %
Protein22 %
Total Fat8 %
Ash1.4 %
Fatty Acids (g)
Saturated Fat1.8 g
Monounsaturated Fat2.6 g
Polyunsaturated Fat3.2 g
Omega-3 Total2 g
EPA0.6 g
DHA1.1 g
Omega-6 Total0.6 g
Key Minerals & Vitamins
Calcium15 mg
Iron0.9 mg
Magnesium28 mg
Phosphorus235 mg
Potassium380 mg
Sodium55 mg
Zinc0.5 mg
Selenium35 µg
Vitamin D550 IU
Vitamin B3 (Niacin)8 mg
Vitamin B123.2 µg

📊 Population Dynamics

Year Region Index Notes
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