🌿Native Nature

Umpqua Pikeminnow

Ptychocheilus umpquae

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Actinopterygii ›Order: Cypriniformes ›Family: Leuciscidae ›Genus: Ptychocheilus

About

The Umpqua pikeminnow, formerly called the Umpqua squawfish (Ptychocheilus umpquae) is a large cyprinid fish endemic to Oregon, and is the smallest species of pikeminnow. It is native to the Umpqua and Siuslaw river drainages.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Umpqua Pikeminnow?
The scientific name of Umpqua Pikeminnow is Ptychocheilus umpquae.
What kingdom does Umpqua Pikeminnow belong to?
Umpqua Pikeminnow belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Umpqua Pikeminnow belong to?
Umpqua Pikeminnow belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Umpqua Pikeminnow belong to?
Umpqua Pikeminnow belongs to the class Actinopterygii.
What order does Umpqua Pikeminnow belong to?
Umpqua Pikeminnow belongs to the order Cypriniformes.
What family does Umpqua Pikeminnow belong to?
Umpqua Pikeminnow belongs to the family Leuciscidae.
What genus does Umpqua Pikeminnow belong to?
Umpqua Pikeminnow belongs to the genus Ptychocheilus.