Lake Whitefish
NameLake Whitefish
Scientific NameCoregonus clupeaformis
Common NamesCommon Whitefish, Great Lakes Whitefish, Humpback Whitefish
FamilySalmonidae
OriginNorth America, Great Lakes, Canada, United States
Temperamentpeaceful
Dietomnivore
Care Levelexpert
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)1000
Max Size (Inches)30
Water TypeFreshwater
Temperature Range (°F)35-55
pH Range7.0-8.5
Compatible SpeciesLake Trout, Burbot, Other large coldwater native fish
Description
The Lake Whitefish is a large, coldwater freshwater fish native to North America, characterized by its silvery scales and small, subterminal mouth. It is an important commercial and sport fish, typically found in deep, cool lakes and rivers. Due to its significant size and specific coldwater requirements, it is generally not suitable for typical home aquariums and requires specialized public or very large private setups.
