Baikal White Grayling
NameBaikal White Grayling
Scientific NameThymallus baicalensis
Common NamesBaikal White Grayling, Baikal Grayling
FamilySalmonidae
OriginLake Baikal, Siberia, Russia
Temperamentpeaceful
Dietcarnivore
Care Leveladvanced
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)100
Max Size (Inches)18
Water TypeFreshwater
Temperature Range (°F)45-65
pH Range7.0-8.0
Compatible SpeciesOther large coldwater fish, Similar-sized graylings
Description
The Baikal White Grayling is a slender, silvery fish characterized by its large, sail-like dorsal fin and often reddish-orange fins. This coldwater species is endemic to Lake Baikal and its tributaries, thriving in clear, highly oxygenated waters. It is a predatory fish, feeding on insects, crustaceans, and smaller fish.
