The Kiyi (Coregonus kiyi) is a freshwater fish of the family Salmonidae that grows up to 35 cm.
Description
The kiyi is a whitefish (Salmonidae) from the deeper, cold waters of some of the Great Lakes in North America. The species grows to about 25 cm and has a slender, laterally compressed, bright-silvery body with large eyes and an adipose fin. As a schooling open-water fish it swims in deeper layers and feeds on small zooplankton, especially opossum shrimp. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Kiyi?
The Kiyi has a torpedo-shaped body and is mainly silver-grey.
Where does the Kiyi live?
The Kiyi lives in fresh water and is mostly found around open water.
How big does the Kiyi get?
The Kiyi grows to a maximum of about 35 cm. On average the species is around 25 cm.
Is the Kiyi dangerous to humans?
No, the Kiyi is harmless to humans.
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Same genus Coregonus
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