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African Brown Knifefish

Xenomystus nigri

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Actinopterygii ›Order: Osteoglossiformes ›Family: Notopteridae ›Genus: Xenomystus

About

The African brown knifefish or African knifefish, Xenomystus nigri, is the only species in the genus Xenomystus of the family Notopteridae. This fish is found in the Chad, Nile, Congo, Ogowe and Niger basins, as well as coastal river basins in Sierra Leone, Liberia, Togo, Benin and Cameroon.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of African Brown Knifefish?
The scientific name of African Brown Knifefish is Xenomystus nigri.
What is the conservation status of African Brown Knifefish?
The African Brown Knifefish has a conservation status of Least Concern.
What kingdom does African Brown Knifefish belong to?
African Brown Knifefish belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does African Brown Knifefish belong to?
African Brown Knifefish belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does African Brown Knifefish belong to?
African Brown Knifefish belongs to the class Actinopterygii.
What order does African Brown Knifefish belong to?
African Brown Knifefish belongs to the order Osteoglossiformes.
What family does African Brown Knifefish belong to?
African Brown Knifefish belongs to the family Notopteridae.
What genus does African Brown Knifefish belong to?
African Brown Knifefish belongs to the genus Xenomystus.