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Bandfin Shiner

Coccotis zonistius

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Actinopterygii ›Order: Cypriniformes ›Family: Leuciscidae ›Genus: Coccotis

About

The bandfin shiner (Luxilus zonistius) is a freshwater ray-finned fish in the family Cyprinidae, the carps and minnows. It occurs in tributaries of the Apalachicola River drainage in Georgia, Alabama and Florida, adjacent tributaries of Savannah, Altamaha, and Coosa rivers in Georgia, and the Tallapoosa River in Georgia and Alabama. Its preferred habitat is rocky and sandy pools and runs of headwaters, creeks and small rivers.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Bandfin Shiner?
The scientific name of Bandfin Shiner is Coccotis zonistius.
What kingdom does Bandfin Shiner belong to?
Bandfin Shiner belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Bandfin Shiner belong to?
Bandfin Shiner belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Bandfin Shiner belong to?
Bandfin Shiner belongs to the class Actinopterygii.
What order does Bandfin Shiner belong to?
Bandfin Shiner belongs to the order Cypriniformes.
What family does Bandfin Shiner belong to?
Bandfin Shiner belongs to the family Leuciscidae.
What genus does Bandfin Shiner belong to?
Bandfin Shiner belongs to the genus Coccotis.