Giant Kelpfish

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Heterostichus rostratus

Giant Kelpfish, a reference photo
Photo: Kjaergaard · CC BY-SA 3.0 (licence)

The giant kelpfish (Heterostichus rostratus) is a 10–24 inches (25–61 cm) species of marine fish, and the largest member of the family Clinidae. It is currently the only known member of its genus.

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Is it venomous or poisonous?

We have no record of Giant Kelpfish 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
Blenniiformes
Family
Clinidae
Species
Heterostichus rostratus

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