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Madeira Scorpionfish

Scorpaena maderensis

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Actinopterygii ›Order: Perciformes ›Family: Scorpaenidae ›Genus: Scorpaena

About

The Madeira rockfish (Scorpaena maderensis) is a species of rockfish found in the eastern central Atlantic Ocean and the western Mediterranean in waters between 20 and 40 metres deep. This species reaches a length of 14 centimetres (5.5 in) SL. The species was described by Achille Valenciennes in 1833 and first described it in the Madeira Islands.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Madeira Scorpionfish?
The scientific name of Madeira Scorpionfish is Scorpaena maderensis.
What is the conservation status of Madeira Scorpionfish?
The Madeira Scorpionfish has a conservation status of Least Concern.
What kingdom does Madeira Scorpionfish belong to?
Madeira Scorpionfish belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Madeira Scorpionfish belong to?
Madeira Scorpionfish belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Madeira Scorpionfish belong to?
Madeira Scorpionfish belongs to the class Actinopterygii.
What order does Madeira Scorpionfish belong to?
Madeira Scorpionfish belongs to the order Perciformes.
What family does Madeira Scorpionfish belong to?
Madeira Scorpionfish belongs to the family Scorpaenidae.
What genus does Madeira Scorpionfish belong to?
Madeira Scorpionfish belongs to the genus Scorpaena.