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Elongate Tigerfish

Hydrocynus forskahlii

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Actinopterygii ›Order: Characiformes ›Family: Alestidae ›Genus: Hydrocynus

About

Hydrocynus forskahlii, the elongate tigerfish, is a species of predatory characin from the family Alestidae which is found in northern and western Africa.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Elongate Tigerfish?
The scientific name of Elongate Tigerfish is Hydrocynus forskahlii.
What is the conservation status of Elongate Tigerfish?
The Elongate Tigerfish has a conservation status of Least Concern.
What kingdom does Elongate Tigerfish belong to?
Elongate Tigerfish belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Elongate Tigerfish belong to?
Elongate Tigerfish belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Elongate Tigerfish belong to?
Elongate Tigerfish belongs to the class Actinopterygii.
What order does Elongate Tigerfish belong to?
Elongate Tigerfish belongs to the order Characiformes.
What family does Elongate Tigerfish belong to?
Elongate Tigerfish belongs to the family Alestidae.
What genus does Elongate Tigerfish belong to?
Elongate Tigerfish belongs to the genus Hydrocynus.