Cisco
The cisco, Coregonus artedi, is a freshwater fish found in North America's lakes and rivers, particularly in the Great Lakes. It is a pelagic species known for its silvery body and streamlined shape. This fish plays a crucial role in the ecosystem and is significant for commercial and recreational fishing.
Length~28 (max 40)
Weight~1 (max 2)
WaterFresh, brackish, salt
Depth1-90 ft
- Other namesNorthern cisco, Lake herring, Chub , Tullibee
- Length~28 (max 40)
- Weight~1 (max 2)
- WaterFresh, brackish, salt
- Depth1-90 ft
Popular lures for Cisco
Regulation for Cisco
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Living Conditions
🐟 Habitat preferences
- Found in open waters of lakes and large rivers
- Prefers cold, well-oxygenated waters
- Diet consists mainly of plankton and large crustaceans
- Juveniles stay in shallower areas before moving to deeper waters
♻️ Life cycle and mating behavior
- Spawning occurs in autumn in shallow waters
- Eggs are laid on gravel or rocky substrates
- Larvae drift and develop in open water before settling
- Adults return annually to specific spawning grounds