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Tautog

Tautoga onitis

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Actinopterygii ›Order: Labriformes ›Family: Labridae ›Genus: Tautoga

About

The tautog or blackfish, Tautoga onitis, is a species of wrasse native to the western Atlantic Ocean from Nova Scotia to South Carolina. This species inhabits hard substrate habitats in inshore waters at depths from 1 to 75 m (3.3 to 246.1 ft). It is currently the only known member of its genus.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Tautog?
The scientific name of Tautog is Tautoga onitis.
What kingdom does Tautog belong to?
Tautog belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Tautog belong to?
Tautog belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Tautog belong to?
Tautog belongs to the class Actinopterygii.
What order does Tautog belong to?
Tautog belongs to the order Labriformes.
What family does Tautog belong to?
Tautog belongs to the family Labridae.
What genus does Tautog belong to?
Tautog belongs to the genus Tautoga.