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Shorthead Sculpin

Cottus confusus

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Actinopterygii ›Order: Perciformes ›Family: Cottidae ›Genus: Cottus

About

The shorthead sculpin (Cottus confusus) is a species of fish in the family Cottidae. It is found in the United States and Canada, inhabiting the Columbia River drainage in Washington, Oregon, Idaho, Montana, and British Columbia. It is also found in the Puget Sound drainage in Washington. It reaches a maximum length of 15.0 cm. It prefers rocky riffles of headwaters and creeks.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Shorthead Sculpin?
The scientific name of Shorthead Sculpin is Cottus confusus.
What kingdom does Shorthead Sculpin belong to?
Shorthead Sculpin belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Shorthead Sculpin belong to?
Shorthead Sculpin belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Shorthead Sculpin belong to?
Shorthead Sculpin belongs to the class Actinopterygii.
What order does Shorthead Sculpin belong to?
Shorthead Sculpin belongs to the order Perciformes.
What family does Shorthead Sculpin belong to?
Shorthead Sculpin belongs to the family Cottidae.
What genus does Shorthead Sculpin belong to?
Shorthead Sculpin belongs to the genus Cottus.