4,520 observationsLeast Concern
Striped Bass
Morone saxatilis
Taxonomy
Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Actinopterygii ›Order: Acanthuriformes ›Family: Moronidae ›Genus: Morone
About
The striped bass (Morone saxatilis), also called Atlantic striped bass, striper, linesider, rock, or rockfish, is an anadromous Perciforme fish of the family Moronidae found primarily along the Atlantic coast of North America. It has also been widely introduced into inland recreational fisheries across the United States. Striped bass found in the Gulf of Mexico are a separate strain referred to as Gulf Coast striped bass.
Frequently Asked Questions
- The scientific name of Striped Bass is Morone saxatilis.
- Striped Bass belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
- Striped Bass belongs to the phylum Chordata.
- Striped Bass belongs to the class Actinopterygii.
- Striped Bass belongs to the order Acanthuriformes.
- Striped Bass belongs to the family Moronidae.
- Striped Bass belongs to the genus Morone.