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Common Dolphinfish

Coryphaena hippurus

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Actinopterygii ›Order: Carangiformes ›Family: Coryphaenidae ›Genus: Coryphaena

About

The mahi-mahi (/ˈmɑːhiːˈmɑːhiː/) or common dolphinfish (Coryphaena hippurus) is a surface-dwelling ray-finned fish found in off-shore temperate, tropical and subtropical waters worldwide. Also widely called dorado and dolphin, it is one of two members of the Coryphaenidae family, the other being the pompano dolphinfish. Mahi means very strong in Hawaiian.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Common Dolphinfish?
The scientific name of Common Dolphinfish is Coryphaena hippurus.
What kingdom does Common Dolphinfish belong to?
Common Dolphinfish belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Common Dolphinfish belong to?
Common Dolphinfish belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Common Dolphinfish belong to?
Common Dolphinfish belongs to the class Actinopterygii.
What order does Common Dolphinfish belong to?
Common Dolphinfish belongs to the order Carangiformes.
What family does Common Dolphinfish belong to?
Common Dolphinfish belongs to the family Coryphaenidae.
What genus does Common Dolphinfish belong to?
Common Dolphinfish belongs to the genus Coryphaena.