Esox masquinongy

Muskellunge, a reference photo
Photo: Engbretson, Eric / U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service · Public domain

The muskellunge (Esox masquinongy), often shortened to muskie, musky, ski, or lunge, is a species of large freshwater predatory fish native to North America. It is the largest member of the pike family, Esocidae.

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Is it venomous or poisonous?

We have no record of Muskellunge being toxic, poisonous or venomous. That is not proof that it is safe. Never eat, touch or handle a wild plant, mushroom or animal on the strength of an identification; ask someone qualified.

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Classification

Kingdom
Animalia
Phylum
Chordata
Class
Actinopterygii
Order
Salmoniformes
Family
Esocidae
Genus
Esox
Species
Esox masquinongy

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