Fishing for Lake char

Salvelinus namaycush

The lake char is a freshwater fish native to cold, deep lakes in North America. It has a streamlined body with a dark, spotted back and lighter underbelly. Typically reaching 20-30 inches and weighing 15-40 pounds, it preys on smaller fish and aquatic invertebrates. Known for its solitary behavior, it thrives in well-oxygenated waters. This summary is AI generated

Water type

Freshwater

Common depth

59 ft - 174 ft

IUCN Status

Not evaluated

Threat to humans

Harmless

Source: Fishbase

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