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Western Atlantic Trumpetfish

Aulostomus maculatus

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Actinopterygii ›Order: Syngnathiformes ›Family: Aulostomidae ›Genus: Aulostomus

About

The trumpetfish, Aulostomus maculatus, is a long-bodied fish with an upturned mouth; it often swims vertically while trying to blend with vertical coral, such as sea rods, sea pens, and pipe sponges.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Western Atlantic Trumpetfish?
The scientific name of Western Atlantic Trumpetfish is Aulostomus maculatus.
What is the conservation status of Western Atlantic Trumpetfish?
The Western Atlantic Trumpetfish has a conservation status of Least Concern.
What kingdom does Western Atlantic Trumpetfish belong to?
Western Atlantic Trumpetfish belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Western Atlantic Trumpetfish belong to?
Western Atlantic Trumpetfish belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Western Atlantic Trumpetfish belong to?
Western Atlantic Trumpetfish belongs to the class Actinopterygii.
What order does Western Atlantic Trumpetfish belong to?
Western Atlantic Trumpetfish belongs to the order Syngnathiformes.
What family does Western Atlantic Trumpetfish belong to?
Western Atlantic Trumpetfish belongs to the family Aulostomidae.
What genus does Western Atlantic Trumpetfish belong to?
Western Atlantic Trumpetfish belongs to the genus Aulostomus.