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Pumpkinseed

Lepomis gibbosus

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Actinopterygii ›Order: Centrarchiformes ›Family: Centrarchidae ›Genus: Lepomis

About

The pumpkinseed (Lepomis gibbosus) is a North American freshwater fish of the sunfish family (Centrarchidae) of order Perciformes. It is also referred to as pond perch, common sunfish, punkys, sunfish, sunny, and kivver.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Pumpkinseed?
The scientific name of Pumpkinseed is Lepomis gibbosus.
What kingdom does Pumpkinseed belong to?
Pumpkinseed belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Pumpkinseed belong to?
Pumpkinseed belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Pumpkinseed belong to?
Pumpkinseed belongs to the class Actinopterygii.
What order does Pumpkinseed belong to?
Pumpkinseed belongs to the order Centrarchiformes.
What family does Pumpkinseed belong to?
Pumpkinseed belongs to the family Centrarchidae.
What genus does Pumpkinseed belong to?
Pumpkinseed belongs to the genus Lepomis.