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Amargosa Pupfish

Cyprinodon nevadensis

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Actinopterygii ›Order: Cyprinodontiformes ›Family: Cyprinodontidae ›Genus: Cyprinodon

About

Cyprinodon nevadensis is a species of pupfish in the genus Cyprinodon. The species is also known as the Amargosa pupfish, but that name may also refer to one subspecies, Cyprinodon nevadensis amargosae. All six subspecies are or were endemic to very isolated locations in the Mojave Desert of California and Nevada.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Amargosa Pupfish?
The scientific name of Amargosa Pupfish is Cyprinodon nevadensis.
What kingdom does Amargosa Pupfish belong to?
Amargosa Pupfish belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Amargosa Pupfish belong to?
Amargosa Pupfish belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Amargosa Pupfish belong to?
Amargosa Pupfish belongs to the class Actinopterygii.
What order does Amargosa Pupfish belong to?
Amargosa Pupfish belongs to the order Cyprinodontiformes.
What family does Amargosa Pupfish belong to?
Amargosa Pupfish belongs to the family Cyprinodontidae.
What genus does Amargosa Pupfish belong to?
Amargosa Pupfish belongs to the genus Cyprinodon.