🌿Native Nature

Sacramento Sucker

Catostomus occidentalis

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Actinopterygii ›Order: Cypriniformes ›Family: Catostomidae ›Genus: Catostomus

About

The Sacramento Sucker (Catostomus occidentalis) is a species of ray-finned fish in the Catostomidae family. It is primarily found in California with some populations extending into Oregon and Nevada. They inhabit a diverse range of habitats from headwater streams to deep lakes to estuaries.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Sacramento Sucker?
The scientific name of Sacramento Sucker is Catostomus occidentalis.
What kingdom does Sacramento Sucker belong to?
Sacramento Sucker belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Sacramento Sucker belong to?
Sacramento Sucker belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Sacramento Sucker belong to?
Sacramento Sucker belongs to the class Actinopterygii.
What order does Sacramento Sucker belong to?
Sacramento Sucker belongs to the order Cypriniformes.
What family does Sacramento Sucker belong to?
Sacramento Sucker belongs to the family Catostomidae.
What genus does Sacramento Sucker belong to?
Sacramento Sucker belongs to the genus Catostomus.