The Bloater (Coregonus hoyi) is a freshwater fish of the family Salmonidae that grows up to 37 cm.
Description
The bloater is a deepwater whitefish (Salmonidae) from the Great Lakes of North America. The species grows to about 37 cm and has a slender, silvery body with an adipose fin, typical of the salmonids. As an open-water dweller of the deep, cold water it swims in schools and feeds on small zooplankton and bottom crustaceans, migrating vertically each day with its prey. It is a food fish. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Bloater?
The Bloater has a torpedo-shaped body and is mainly silver-grey.
Where does the Bloater live?
The Bloater lives in fresh water and is mostly found around open water.
How big does the Bloater get?
The Bloater grows to a maximum of about 37 cm. On average the species is around 26 cm.
Is the Bloater dangerous to humans?
No, the Bloater is harmless to humans.
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Same genus Coregonus
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