Cisco
NameCisco
Scientific NameCoregonus artedi
Common NamesCisco, Lake Herring, Lake Cisco
FamilySalmonidae
OriginNorth America, Great Lakes, Northern freshwater lakes
Temperamentpeaceful
Dietcarnivore
Care Levelexpert
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)200
Max Size (Inches)15
Water TypeFreshwater
Temperature Range (°F)40-60
pH Range7.0-8.0
Compatible SpeciesOther Cisco species, Large, peaceful coldwater fish
Description
The Cisco, often known as Lake Herring, is a silvery, slender freshwater fish native to cold, deep lakes of North America. Belonging to the Salmonidae family, it primarily feeds on zooplankton and small invertebrates. Due to its specific coldwater requirements and large adult size, it is considered an expert-level species and is rarely kept in typical home aquariums.
