The pygmy whitefish is a small freshwater fish typically measuring 3-6 inches and weighing up to 0.1 pounds. It has a slender, silvery body with a slightly forked tail. Found in cold, clear lakes and streams of North America, it feeds on aquatic insects and zooplankton. The species is known for its schooling behavior and seasonal migrations. This summary is AI generated
Water type
Common depth
IUCN Status
Threat to humans
Source: Fishbase
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Pygmy whitefish
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Pygmy whitefish
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Pygmy whitefish
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