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Eulachon

Thaleichthys pacificus

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Actinopterygii ›Order: Osmeriformes ›Family: Osmeridae ›Genus: Thaleichthys

About

The eulachon /ˈjuːləˌkɒn/ (Thaleichthys pacificus; also spelled oolichan /ˈuːlɪˌkɑːn/, ooligan /ˈuːlɪ.ɡən/, hooligan /ˈhuːlɪ.ɡən/), also called the candlefish, is a small anadromous ocean fish, a smelt found along the Pacific coast of North America from northern California to Alaska.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Eulachon?
The scientific name of Eulachon is Thaleichthys pacificus.
What kingdom does Eulachon belong to?
Eulachon belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Eulachon belong to?
Eulachon belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Eulachon belong to?
Eulachon belongs to the class Actinopterygii.
What order does Eulachon belong to?
Eulachon belongs to the order Osmeriformes.
What family does Eulachon belong to?
Eulachon belongs to the family Osmeridae.
What genus does Eulachon belong to?
Eulachon belongs to the genus Thaleichthys.