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Sterlet

Huso ruthenus

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Actinopterygii ›Order: Acipenseriformes ›Family: Acipenseridae ›Genus: Huso

About

The sterlet (Huso ruthenus) is a relatively small species of sturgeon from Eurasia native to large rivers that flow into the Black Sea, Azov Sea, and Caspian Sea, as well as rivers in Siberia as far east as Yenisei. Populations migrating between fresh and salt water (anadromous) have been extirpated. It is also known as the sterlet sturgeon.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Sterlet?
The scientific name of Sterlet is Huso ruthenus.
What kingdom does Sterlet belong to?
Sterlet belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Sterlet belong to?
Sterlet belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Sterlet belong to?
Sterlet belongs to the class Actinopterygii.
What order does Sterlet belong to?
Sterlet belongs to the order Acipenseriformes.
What family does Sterlet belong to?
Sterlet belongs to the family Acipenseridae.
What genus does Sterlet belong to?
Sterlet belongs to the genus Huso.