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Common Molly

Poecilia sphenops

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Actinopterygii ›Order: Cyprinodontiformes ›Family: Poeciliidae ›Genus: Poecilia

About

Poecilia sphenops is a species of fish, of the genus Poecilia, known under the common name molly; to distinguish it from its congeners, it is sometimes called short-finned molly or common molly. They inhabit fresh water streams and coastal brackish and marine waters of Mexico. The wild-type fish are a dull silvery color, often sprinkled black all over. The molly can produce fertile hybrids with many Poecilia species, most importantly the sailfin molly. The male black...

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Common Molly?
The scientific name of Common Molly is Poecilia sphenops.
What kingdom does Common Molly belong to?
Common Molly belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Common Molly belong to?
Common Molly belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Common Molly belong to?
Common Molly belongs to the class Actinopterygii.
What order does Common Molly belong to?
Common Molly belongs to the order Cyprinodontiformes.
What family does Common Molly belong to?
Common Molly belongs to the family Poeciliidae.
What genus does Common Molly belong to?
Common Molly belongs to the genus Poecilia.