Kelp Greenling (Hexagrammos decagrammus)

Kelp Greenling, a reference photo — Photo: Steve Lonhart (SIMoN / MBNMS) · Public domain

The kelp greenling (Hexagrammos decagrammus) is a species of marine ray-finned fish belonging to the family Hexagrammidae, the greenlings. It occurs in the eastern Pacific Ocean

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Is it venomous or poisonous?

We have no record of Kelp Greenling 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.

Easily confused with

Hexagrammos lagocephalus
Hexagrammos stelleri
Labrisomus philippii
Ophiodon elongatus
Labrus bergylta

Classification

Kingdom: Animalia
Phylum: Chordata
Class: Actinopterygii
Order: Perciformes
Family: Hexagrammidae
Genus: Hexagrammos
Species: Hexagrammos decagrammus

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