Eastern Mudminnow

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Umbra pygmaea

Eastern Mudminnow, a reference photo
Photo: Ellen Edmonson and Hugh Chrisp · Public domain

The eastern mudminnow (Umbra pygmaea) is a species of freshwater fish belonging to the family Umbridae. It is native to eastern North America, but has been introduced to Europe. It feeds primarily on insect larvae and other small aquatic invertebrates.

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Is it venomous or poisonous?

We have no record of Eastern Mudminnow 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
Umbridae
Genus
Umbra
Species
Umbra pygmaea

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