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Cherryfin Shiner

Lythrurus roseipinnis

Taxonomy

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

About

The cherryfin shiner (Lythrurus roseipinnis) is a species of fish native to Mississippi, Alabama, and Louisiana in the southeastern United States. A 2007 analysis of the genus Lythrurus noted that individuals assigned to the cherryfin shiner exhibited significant genetic divergence and that there is greater genetic diversity within this species than current taxonomy reflects.

Frequently Asked Questions

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