🌿Native Nature

Caspian Monkey Goby

Neogobius pallasi

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Actinopterygii ›Order: Gobiiformes ›Family: Gobiidae ›Genus: Neogobius

About

Neogobius pallasi, the Caspian sand goby or the Caspian monkey goby, is a species of fish native to fresh and brackish waters of the Caspian Sea basin including the Volga drainage up to the vicinity of Moscow. It has been introduced into the Aral basin. This species of goby can reach a length of 20 centimetres (7.9 in) SL. It is also important to local commercial fisheries.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Caspian Monkey Goby?
The scientific name of Caspian Monkey Goby is Neogobius pallasi.
What kingdom does Caspian Monkey Goby belong to?
Caspian Monkey Goby belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Caspian Monkey Goby belong to?
Caspian Monkey Goby belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Caspian Monkey Goby belong to?
Caspian Monkey Goby belongs to the class Actinopterygii.
What order does Caspian Monkey Goby belong to?
Caspian Monkey Goby belongs to the order Gobiiformes.
What family does Caspian Monkey Goby belong to?
Caspian Monkey Goby belongs to the family Gobiidae.
What genus does Caspian Monkey Goby belong to?
Caspian Monkey Goby belongs to the genus Neogobius.