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Ninespine Stickleback

Pungitius pungitius

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Actinopterygii ›Order: Perciformes ›Family: Gasterosteidae ›Genus: Pungitius

About

The ninespine stickleback (Pungitius pungitius), also called the ten-spined stickleback, is a freshwater species of fish in the Gasterosteidae family that inhabits temperate waters. It is widely but locally distributed throughout Eurasia and North America. Despite its name, the number of spines can vary from 8 to 12.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Ninespine Stickleback?
The scientific name of Ninespine Stickleback is Pungitius pungitius.
What kingdom does Ninespine Stickleback belong to?
Ninespine Stickleback belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Ninespine Stickleback belong to?
Ninespine Stickleback belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Ninespine Stickleback belong to?
Ninespine Stickleback belongs to the class Actinopterygii.
What order does Ninespine Stickleback belong to?
Ninespine Stickleback belongs to the order Perciformes.
What family does Ninespine Stickleback belong to?
Ninespine Stickleback belongs to the family Gasterosteidae.
What genus does Ninespine Stickleback belong to?
Ninespine Stickleback belongs to the genus Pungitius.