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Crescent Shiner

Luxilus cerasinus

Taxonomy

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

About

The crescent shiner (Luxilus cerasinus) is a freshwater ray-finned fish in the family Cyprinidae, the carps and minnows. It occurs in the James, Roanoke, Chowan, New, and the extreme upper Cape Fear River drainages in Virginia and North Carolina. Its preferred habitat is rocky and sandy pools and runs of headwaters, creeks and small rivers.

Frequently Asked Questions

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