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Longhorn Sculpin

Myoxocephalus octodecemspinosus

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Actinopterygii ›Order: Perciformes ›Family: Psychrolutidae ›Genus: Myoxocephalus

About

The longhorn sculpin (Myoxocephalus octodecemspinosus) is a Northwest Atlantic species of sculpin in the fish family Cottidae. It is a predatory and scavenging fish that can feed on the remains of other organisms.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Longhorn Sculpin?
The scientific name of Longhorn Sculpin is Myoxocephalus octodecemspinosus.
What kingdom does Longhorn Sculpin belong to?
Longhorn Sculpin belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Longhorn Sculpin belong to?
Longhorn Sculpin belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Longhorn Sculpin belong to?
Longhorn Sculpin belongs to the class Actinopterygii.
What order does Longhorn Sculpin belong to?
Longhorn Sculpin belongs to the order Perciformes.
What family does Longhorn Sculpin belong to?
Longhorn Sculpin belongs to the family Psychrolutidae.
What genus does Longhorn Sculpin belong to?
Longhorn Sculpin belongs to the genus Myoxocephalus.