Scientific Names of Fish Species Quiz

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1. What is the scientific name for the Fathead Minnow?

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The correct scientific name for the Fathead Minnow is Pimephales promelas. Cyprinus carpio is the scientific name for the Common Carp. Salmo trutta is the scientific name for the Brown Trout. Oncorhynchus mykiss is the scientific name for the Rainbow Trout.

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2. What is the scientific name for Emerald Shiner?

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The correct scientific name for Emerald Shiner is Notropis atherinoides, not CyprinidaeNotropis, Shiny Emerald Fish, or Green Minnow.

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3. What is the scientific name for the Brown Trout?

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The correct scientific name for Brown Trout is Salmo trutta. Oncorhynchus mykiss is the scientific name for Rainbow Trout, Scomber scombrus is the scientific name for Atlantic mackerel, and Thunnus alalunga is the scientific name for Albacore tuna.

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4. What is the name of the fish known as Northern Pike?

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Northern Pike (Esocidae Esox lucius) is a species of fish known for its elongated body and sharp teeth. It belongs to the family Esocidae and is scientifically classified as Esox lucius. Barracuda, Crappie, and Walleye are different species of fish with distinct characteristics compared to the Northern Pike.

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What is the scientific name for the Fathead Minnow?
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What is the scientific name for the Brown Trout?
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