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Bay Snook

Petenia splendida

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Actinopterygii ›Order: Cichliformes ›Family: Cichlidae ›Genus: Petenia

About

Petenia splendida, the Bay snook, is a species of cichlid from Mexico and northern Central America. It is important to local commercial fisheries.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Bay Snook?
The scientific name of Bay Snook is Petenia splendida.
What is the conservation status of Bay Snook?
The Bay Snook has a conservation status of Least Concern.
What kingdom does Bay Snook belong to?
Bay Snook belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Bay Snook belong to?
Bay Snook belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Bay Snook belong to?
Bay Snook belongs to the class Actinopterygii.
What order does Bay Snook belong to?
Bay Snook belongs to the order Cichliformes.
What family does Bay Snook belong to?
Bay Snook belongs to the family Cichlidae.
What genus does Bay Snook belong to?
Bay Snook belongs to the genus Petenia.