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Cuatro Cienegas Platyfish

Xiphophorus gordoni

Taxonomy

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

About

The northern platyfish (Xiphophorus gordoni) is a species of fish in the family Poeciliidae. It is endemic to Mexico. It was named in honor of Myron Gordon by Robert Rush Miller and W. L. Minckley who discovered it with Carl Hubbs on a 1961 expedition.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Cuatro Cienegas Platyfish?
The scientific name of Cuatro Cienegas Platyfish is Xiphophorus gordoni.
What is the conservation status of Cuatro Cienegas Platyfish?
The Cuatro Cienegas Platyfish has a conservation status of Endangered.
What kingdom does Cuatro Cienegas Platyfish belong to?
Cuatro Cienegas Platyfish belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Cuatro Cienegas Platyfish belong to?
Cuatro Cienegas Platyfish belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Cuatro Cienegas Platyfish belong to?
Cuatro Cienegas Platyfish belongs to the class Actinopterygii.
What order does Cuatro Cienegas Platyfish belong to?
Cuatro Cienegas Platyfish belongs to the order Cyprinodontiformes.
What family does Cuatro Cienegas Platyfish belong to?
Cuatro Cienegas Platyfish belongs to the family Poeciliidae.
What genus does Cuatro Cienegas Platyfish belong to?
Cuatro Cienegas Platyfish belongs to the genus Xiphophorus.