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Redbreast Sunfish

Lepomis auritus

Taxonomy

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

About

The redbreast sunfish (Lepomis auritus) is a species of freshwater fish in the sunfish family (family Centrarchidae) of order Perciformes. The type species of its genus, it is native to the river systems of eastern Canada and the United States. The redbreast sunfish reaches a maximum recorded length of about 30 cm (12 in), with a maximum recorded weight of 790 g (1.7 lb).

Frequently Asked Questions

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