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Eastern Silvery Minnow

Hybognathus regius

Taxonomy

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

About

The eastern silvery minnow (Hybognathus regius) is a freshwater fish. They are characterized by their lack of barbels. In appearance, they are similar to shiners, but the lower jaw is crescent-shaped rather than U-shaped and there is a secondary loop in the gut, which is sometimes visible through the body wall of preserved specimen.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Eastern Silvery Minnow?
The scientific name of Eastern Silvery Minnow is Hybognathus regius.
What is the conservation status of Eastern Silvery Minnow?
The Eastern Silvery Minnow has a conservation status of Least Concern.
What kingdom does Eastern Silvery Minnow belong to?
Eastern Silvery Minnow belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Eastern Silvery Minnow belong to?
Eastern Silvery Minnow belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Eastern Silvery Minnow belong to?
Eastern Silvery Minnow belongs to the class Actinopterygii.
What order does Eastern Silvery Minnow belong to?
Eastern Silvery Minnow belongs to the order Cypriniformes.
What family does Eastern Silvery Minnow belong to?
Eastern Silvery Minnow belongs to the family Leuciscidae.
What genus does Eastern Silvery Minnow belong to?
Eastern Silvery Minnow belongs to the genus Hybognathus.