Maraena Whitefish
NameMaraena Whitefish
Scientific NameCoregonus maraena
Common NamesMaraena Whitefish, Whitefish, Baltic Whitefish
FamilySalmonidae
OriginNorthern Europe, Baltic Sea basin
Temperamentpeaceful
Dietomnivore
Care Leveladvanced
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)200
Max Size (Inches)24
Water TypeFreshwater
Temperature Range (°F)40-65
pH Range7.0-8.0
Compatible SpeciesOther large coldwater fish (e.g., large minnows, some trout species in specialized setups)
Description
The Maraena Whitefish is a large, silvery, coldwater fish native to Northern European lakes and the Baltic Sea basin. They are typically schooling fish in the wild, feeding on zooplankton and benthic invertebrates. Due to their significant size and specific coldwater requirements, they are best suited for advanced aquarists with very large, well-oxygenated tanks.
