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Black Scorpionfish

Scorpaena porcus

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Actinopterygii ›Order: Perciformes ›Family: Scorpaenidae ›Genus: Scorpaena

About

The black scorpionfish (Scorpaena porcus) is a venomous scorpionfish, common in marine subtropical waters. It is widespread in the Eastern Atlantic Ocean from the British Isles to the Azores and Canary Islands, near the coasts of Morocco, in the Mediterranean Sea and the Black Sea.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Black Scorpionfish?
The scientific name of Black Scorpionfish is Scorpaena porcus.
What kingdom does Black Scorpionfish belong to?
Black Scorpionfish belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Black Scorpionfish belong to?
Black Scorpionfish belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Black Scorpionfish belong to?
Black Scorpionfish belongs to the class Actinopterygii.
What order does Black Scorpionfish belong to?
Black Scorpionfish belongs to the order Perciformes.
What family does Black Scorpionfish belong to?
Black Scorpionfish belongs to the family Scorpaenidae.
What genus does Black Scorpionfish belong to?
Black Scorpionfish belongs to the genus Scorpaena.