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Plainfin Midshipman

Porichthys notatus

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Actinopterygii ›Order: Batrachoidiformes ›Family: Batrachoididae ›Genus: Porichthys

About

Porichthys notatus is a species of fish in the toadfish family. It is a midshipman known by the common name plainfin midshipman. It is native to the eastern Pacific Ocean, where its distribution extends along the coast from Sitka, Alaska, to Magdalena Bay in southern Baja California.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Plainfin Midshipman?
The scientific name of Plainfin Midshipman is Porichthys notatus.
What kingdom does Plainfin Midshipman belong to?
Plainfin Midshipman belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Plainfin Midshipman belong to?
Plainfin Midshipman belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Plainfin Midshipman belong to?
Plainfin Midshipman belongs to the class Actinopterygii.
What order does Plainfin Midshipman belong to?
Plainfin Midshipman belongs to the order Batrachoidiformes.
What family does Plainfin Midshipman belong to?
Plainfin Midshipman belongs to the family Batrachoididae.
What genus does Plainfin Midshipman belong to?
Plainfin Midshipman belongs to the genus Porichthys.