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Broad Whitefish

Coregonus nasus

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Actinopterygii ›Order: Salmoniformes ›Family: Salmonidae ›Genus: Coregonus

About

The broad whitefish (Coregonus nasus) is a freshwater whitefish species. Dark silvery in colour, and like a herring in its shape, its distinctive features include a convex head, short gill rakers, and a mild overbite. It is found in the Arctic-draining streams, lakes, and rivers of far eastern Russia and North America. Its prey includes larval insects, snails, and shellfish. It is eaten by humans and brown bears.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Broad Whitefish?
The scientific name of Broad Whitefish is Coregonus nasus.
What kingdom does Broad Whitefish belong to?
Broad Whitefish belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Broad Whitefish belong to?
Broad Whitefish belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Broad Whitefish belong to?
Broad Whitefish belongs to the class Actinopterygii.
What order does Broad Whitefish belong to?
Broad Whitefish belongs to the order Salmoniformes.
What family does Broad Whitefish belong to?
Broad Whitefish belongs to the family Salmonidae.
What genus does Broad Whitefish belong to?
Broad Whitefish belongs to the genus Coregonus.