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Eyetail Bowfin

Amia ocellicauda

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Actinopterygii ›Order: Amiiformes ›Family: Amiidae ›Genus: Amia

About

Amia ocellicauda, the eyespot bowfin, is a species of bowfin native to North America. Originally described by John Richardson from Lake Huron in 1836, it was synonymized with Amia calva until genetic work in 2022 revealed them to be separate species. This species ranges from around the Great Lakes south to the Gulf Coast wetlands of Louisiana and Texas. It is absent from the southeast, where its sister species Amia calva is found instead.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Eyetail Bowfin?
The scientific name of Eyetail Bowfin is Amia ocellicauda.
What kingdom does Eyetail Bowfin belong to?
Eyetail Bowfin belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Eyetail Bowfin belong to?
Eyetail Bowfin belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Eyetail Bowfin belong to?
Eyetail Bowfin belongs to the class Actinopterygii.
What order does Eyetail Bowfin belong to?
Eyetail Bowfin belongs to the order Amiiformes.
What family does Eyetail Bowfin belong to?
Eyetail Bowfin belongs to the family Amiidae.
What genus does Eyetail Bowfin belong to?
Eyetail Bowfin belongs to the genus Amia.