European Bullhead

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Cottus gobio

European Bullhead, a reference photo
Photo: Woluhar · CC BY-SA 3.0 (licence)

The European bullhead (Cottus gobio) is a freshwater fish that is widely distributed in Europe, mainly in rivers. It is a member of the family Cottidae, a type of sculpin. It is also known as the miller's thumb, freshwater sculpin, common bullhead, and cob.

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Is it venomous or poisonous?

We have no record of European Bullhead 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
Perciformes
Family
Cottidae
Genus
Cottus
Species
Cottus gobio

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