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Atlantic Wolffish

Anarhichas lupus

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Actinopterygii ›Order: Perciformes ›Family: Anarhichadidae ›Genus: Anarhichas

About

The Atlantic wolffish (Anarhichas lupus), also known as the seawolf, Atlantic catfish, ocean catfish, devil fish, wolf eel (the common name for its Pacific relative), woof or sea cat, is a marine fish of the wolffish family Anarhichadidae. The numbers of the Atlantic wolffish are rapidly being depleted, most likely due to overfishing and bycatch, and is currently a Species of Concern according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration's National Marine Fisheries Service.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Atlantic Wolffish?
The scientific name of Atlantic Wolffish is Anarhichas lupus.
What kingdom does Atlantic Wolffish belong to?
Atlantic Wolffish belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Atlantic Wolffish belong to?
Atlantic Wolffish belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Atlantic Wolffish belong to?
Atlantic Wolffish belongs to the class Actinopterygii.
What order does Atlantic Wolffish belong to?
Atlantic Wolffish belongs to the order Perciformes.
What family does Atlantic Wolffish belong to?
Atlantic Wolffish belongs to the family Anarhichadidae.
What genus does Atlantic Wolffish belong to?
Atlantic Wolffish belongs to the genus Anarhichas.