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Congo squeaker

Synodontis pleurops

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Actinopterygii ›Order: Siluriformes ›Family: Mochokidae ›Genus: Synodontis

About

Synodontis pleurops, known as the Congo squeaker, the bigeye squeaker, or the bug eyed synodontis, is a species of upside-down catfish native to the upper Congo Basin of Cameroon, the Democratic Republic of the Congo and the Republic of the Congo. It was first described by the Belgian-British zoologist George Albert Boulenger in 1899, based upon a holotype discovered at the Boyoma Falls, in the Democratic Republic of the Congo.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Congo squeaker?
The scientific name of Congo squeaker is Synodontis pleurops.
What is the conservation status of Congo squeaker?
The Congo squeaker has a conservation status of Least Concern.
What kingdom does Congo squeaker belong to?
Congo squeaker belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Congo squeaker belong to?
Congo squeaker belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Congo squeaker belong to?
Congo squeaker belongs to the class Actinopterygii.
What order does Congo squeaker belong to?
Congo squeaker belongs to the order Siluriformes.
What family does Congo squeaker belong to?
Congo squeaker belongs to the family Mochokidae.
What genus does Congo squeaker belong to?
Congo squeaker belongs to the genus Synodontis.