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Longnose Sucker

Catostomus catostomus

Taxonomy

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

About

The longnose sucker (Catostomus catostomus) is a species of cypriniform freshwater fish in the Catostomidae family. It is native to North America from the northern United States to the top of the continent. It is also found in Russia in rivers of eastern Siberia, and thus one of only two species of sucker native to Asia (the other is the Chinese Myxocyprinus asiaticus).

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Longnose Sucker?
The scientific name of Longnose Sucker is Catostomus catostomus.
What kingdom does Longnose Sucker belong to?
Longnose Sucker belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Longnose Sucker belong to?
Longnose Sucker belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Longnose Sucker belong to?
Longnose Sucker belongs to the class Actinopterygii.
What order does Longnose Sucker belong to?
Longnose Sucker belongs to the order Cypriniformes.
What family does Longnose Sucker belong to?
Longnose Sucker belongs to the family Catostomidae.
What genus does Longnose Sucker belong to?
Longnose Sucker belongs to the genus Catostomus.