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Pygmy Whitefish

Prosopium coulterii

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Actinopterygii ›Order: Salmoniformes ›Family: Salmonidae ›Genus: Prosopium

About

The pygmy whitefish (Prosopium coulterii) is a freshwater whitefish of the genus Prosopium in the family Salmonidae. Found in the mountain streams and lakes in western North America, it also has isolated populations in Lake Superior and in Ekityki Lake, Chukchi Peninsula.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Pygmy Whitefish?
The scientific name of Pygmy Whitefish is Prosopium coulterii.
What kingdom does Pygmy Whitefish belong to?
Pygmy Whitefish belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Pygmy Whitefish belong to?
Pygmy Whitefish belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Pygmy Whitefish belong to?
Pygmy Whitefish belongs to the class Actinopterygii.
What order does Pygmy Whitefish belong to?
Pygmy Whitefish belongs to the order Salmoniformes.
What family does Pygmy Whitefish belong to?
Pygmy Whitefish belongs to the family Salmonidae.
What genus does Pygmy Whitefish belong to?
Pygmy Whitefish belongs to the genus Prosopium.