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Koshewnikow's Sculpin

Cottus koshewnikowi

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Actinopterygii ›Order: Perciformes ›Family: Cottidae ›Genus: Cottus

About

Cottus koshewnikowi, Koshewnikow's sculpin, is a species of freshwater ray-finned fish belonging to the family Cottidae, the typical sculpins. It inhabits the upper Volga drainage in Russia and drainages of the northern and eastern Baltic Sea from Estonia eastward and northward to Finland and northern Sweden. In coastal waters of the Northern Baltic Sea it forms hybrid populations with the more western bullhead species Cottus gobio (sensu stricto).

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Koshewnikow's Sculpin?
The scientific name of Koshewnikow's Sculpin is Cottus koshewnikowi.
What kingdom does Koshewnikow's Sculpin belong to?
Koshewnikow's Sculpin belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Koshewnikow's Sculpin belong to?
Koshewnikow's Sculpin belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Koshewnikow's Sculpin belong to?
Koshewnikow's Sculpin belongs to the class Actinopterygii.
What order does Koshewnikow's Sculpin belong to?
Koshewnikow's Sculpin belongs to the order Perciformes.
What family does Koshewnikow's Sculpin belong to?
Koshewnikow's Sculpin belongs to the family Cottidae.
What genus does Koshewnikow's Sculpin belong to?
Koshewnikow's Sculpin belongs to the genus Cottus.