Prosopium spilonotus

Prosopium spilonotus (Snyder, 1919) is a species of actinopterygii belonging to the family Salmonidae (order Salmoniformes).

Common name. In English this species is commonly known as the Bonneville whitefish.

Taxonomy. The scientific name Prosopium spilonotus (Snyder, 1919) places this species within the actinopterygii lineage, among the most diverse vertebrates on Earth.

Description & ecology. As a member of Salmoniformes, Prosopium spilonotus exhibits the group's characteristic adaptations: They are cool-water fishes (salmon, trout, whitefish) with an adipose fin and strong homing instincts; many are anadromous. Its biology reflects the demands of its particular habitat and life history within the family Salmonidae.

Distribution. The species occurs within the natural range of its lineage; precise localities and depth preferences are documented in the taxonomic literature for Salmonidae.

Human relevance. Like many fishes, it may be of interest to fisheries, aquaculture, the aquarium trade, or conservation, depending on its abundance and distribution.