🌿Native Nature

Golden Trout

Oncorhynchus aguabonita

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Actinopterygii ›Order: Salmoniformes ›Family: Salmonidae ›Genus: Oncorhynchus

About

The California golden trout, or simply the golden trout (Oncorhynchus mykiss aguabonita), is a subspecies of the rainbow trout native to California. The golden trout is native to Golden Trout Creek (tributary to the Kern River), Volcano Creek (tributary to Golden Trout Creek), and the South Fork Kern River. It is the state fish of California.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Golden Trout?
The scientific name of Golden Trout is Oncorhynchus aguabonita.
What kingdom does Golden Trout belong to?
Golden Trout belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Golden Trout belong to?
Golden Trout belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Golden Trout belong to?
Golden Trout belongs to the class Actinopterygii.
What order does Golden Trout belong to?
Golden Trout belongs to the order Salmoniformes.
What family does Golden Trout belong to?
Golden Trout belongs to the family Salmonidae.
What genus does Golden Trout belong to?
Golden Trout belongs to the genus Oncorhynchus.