Coregonus Steinmanni
📖 Overview
Coregonus Steinmanni (Coregonus steinmanni) is a ray-finned fish of the family Salmonidae. It inhabits freshwater waters. This species can reach a maximum total length of 32.3 cm. It occurs at depths between 8 and 76 metres. With a trophic level of 3.4, it is a low-level carnivore, feeding on invertebrates and small organisms. It is assessed as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
It is a large whitefish characterized by moderate pigmentation on its fins and body. Its flanks above the lateral line display a light to dark greenish-blue hue, with moderate to numerous small pigmented dots on the scales along the flanks and dorsum. The species is deep-bodied, a robust caudal peduncle, a short head, a sub-terminal mouth, and small eyes set within thick, triangular-shaped sockets.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Coregonus Steinmanni is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; benthopelagic; depth range 8 - 76 m . Temperate
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🔍 Similar Species
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