Aquaria
Arctic Cisco

Arctic Cisco

NameArctic Cisco
Scientific NameCoregonus autumnalis
Common NamesArctic Cisco, Omul
FamilySalmonidae
OriginArctic regions, North America, Eurasia
Temperamentpeaceful
Dietcarnivore
Care Levelexpert
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)1000
Max Size (Inches)25
Water TypeFreshwater
Temperature Range (°F)32-50
pH Range7.0-8.0

Description

The Arctic Cisco (Coregonus autumnalis) is a cold-water fish of the salmon family, native to Arctic and subarctic regions. It is an anadromous species, migrating between marine and freshwater environments. Due to its specialized needs and large size, it is not suitable for typical home aquariums.

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