1,065 observationsLeast Concern
Stonecat
Noturus flavus
Taxonomy
Kingdom: Animalia βΊPhylum: Chordata βΊClass: Actinopterygii βΊOrder: Siluriformes βΊFamily: Ictaluridae βΊGenus: Noturus
About
Noturus flavus , the stonecat, is a North American freshwater catfish of the family Ictaluridae. Its common name is due to its habit of hiding near or under stones in fast-moving water.
Frequently Asked Questions
- The scientific name of Stonecat is Noturus flavus.
- Stonecat belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
- Stonecat belongs to the phylum Chordata.
- Stonecat belongs to the class Actinopterygii.
- Stonecat belongs to the order Siluriformes.
- Stonecat belongs to the family Ictaluridae.
- Stonecat belongs to the genus Noturus.