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Brighteye Darter

Etheostoma lynceum

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Actinopterygii ›Order: Perciformes ›Family: Percidae ›Genus: Etheostoma

About

The brighteye darter (Etheostoma lynceum) is a species of darter endemic to the eastern United States. The brighteye darter was first described by Oliver Perry Hay in 1885. He noted it is closely related to the banded darter (E. zonale). Until the 1970s, the brighteye darter was generally believed to be a genetic variation of the banded darter.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Brighteye Darter?
The scientific name of Brighteye Darter is Etheostoma lynceum.
What kingdom does Brighteye Darter belong to?
Brighteye Darter belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Brighteye Darter belong to?
Brighteye Darter belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Brighteye Darter belong to?
Brighteye Darter belongs to the class Actinopterygii.
What order does Brighteye Darter belong to?
Brighteye Darter belongs to the order Perciformes.
What family does Brighteye Darter belong to?
Brighteye Darter belongs to the family Percidae.
What genus does Brighteye Darter belong to?
Brighteye Darter belongs to the genus Etheostoma.