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Golden Redhorse

Moxostoma erythrurum

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Actinopterygii ›Order: Cypriniformes ›Family: Catostomidae ›Genus: Moxostoma

About

The golden redhorse, Moxostoma erythrurum, is a species of freshwater fish endemic to Ontario and Manitoba in Canada and the Midwestern, southern, and eastern United States. It lives in calm, often silty or sandy waters in streams, small to large rivers, and lakes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Golden Redhorse?
The scientific name of Golden Redhorse is Moxostoma erythrurum.
What kingdom does Golden Redhorse belong to?
Golden Redhorse belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Golden Redhorse belong to?
Golden Redhorse belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Golden Redhorse belong to?
Golden Redhorse belongs to the class Actinopterygii.
What order does Golden Redhorse belong to?
Golden Redhorse belongs to the order Cypriniformes.
What family does Golden Redhorse belong to?
Golden Redhorse belongs to the family Catostomidae.
What genus does Golden Redhorse belong to?
Golden Redhorse belongs to the genus Moxostoma.