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Whitefishes

Coregonus

Taxonomy

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

About

Coregonus is a diverse genus of fish in the salmon family (Salmonidae). The Coregonus species are known as whitefishes. The genus contains at least 68 described extant taxa, but the true number of species is a matter of debate. The type species of the genus is Coregonus lavaretus.

Frequently Asked Questions

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