Let’s find out if you can guess which animal has the longest name and whether they hold a record! 1. Humuhumunukunukuapua’a. Scientific name: Rhinecanthus rectangulus. Letters: 22 (common name) Humuhumunukunukuapua’a is the Hawaiian name for the reef triggerfish and one of the longest one-word animal common names.

Apr 25, 2017 · Snakes, whales, and jellyfish thus all compete against each other to be the longest animals on Earth. However, that is not all and there is yet another very unexpected animal that can be elected as the longest animal in the world.

May 3, 2019 · What do you think is the longest animal in the world? Maybe a snake? Maybe some sort of giant eel? The truth is it is neither of those things. In fact, there was very little on this list that didn’t surprise me and I hope it surprises you as well…

Jan 28, 2024 · Siphonophores could measure 150 feet, making them longer than blue whales and the longest animal ever recorded. Continue reading to learn more.

The longest scientific binomial name given to any animal is Parastratiosphecomyia stratiosphecomyioides (containing 42 letters), which is a species of stratiomyid fly with a metallic green thorax and abdomen, known as the soldier fly.

Nov 30, 2023 · Known by the scientific name Parastratiosphecomyia stratiosphecomyioides, the Southeast Asian soldier fly is an amazing animal with a notable name. Even though the tiny fly is less than half an inch long, its name takes up a lot of space and is a challenge to pronounce.

Has your curiosity as an animal lover propelled you to want to learn about 17 animals with long names? We’ve got all the information you need regarding the naming of these fascinating creatures.

Mar 1, 2025 · From the Parastratiosphecomyia stratiosphecomyioides, a Southeast Asian Soldier Fly with a whopping 42-letter name, to the Eucrossorhinus dasypogon, known as the Tasselled Wobbegong, these creatures captivate our attention.

Oct 6, 2024 · The humuhumunukunukuapua’a, a Hawaiian triggerfish, has the longest common name among animals. Clocking in at 21 letters plus an apostrophe, this word (of Hawaiian origin) is the official state fish of Hawaii.

Aug 19, 2024 · The Bootlace Worm is the longest animal in the world. Bootlace worms are ribbon worms, which can stretch up to an astonishing length of 55 meters or 180 feet, while only being up to 10 millimeters or 0.4 inches wide.