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Freshwater Butterflyfish

Pantodon buchholzi

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Actinopterygii ›Order: Osteoglossiformes ›Family: Pantodontidae ›Genus: Pantodon

About

The freshwater butterflyfish or African butterflyfish, Pantodon buchholzi, is the only species in the family Pantodontidae within the order Osteoglossiformes. It is not closely related to saltwater butterflyfishes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Freshwater Butterflyfish?
The scientific name of Freshwater Butterflyfish is Pantodon buchholzi.
What is the conservation status of Freshwater Butterflyfish?
The Freshwater Butterflyfish has a conservation status of Least Concern.
What kingdom does Freshwater Butterflyfish belong to?
Freshwater Butterflyfish belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Freshwater Butterflyfish belong to?
Freshwater Butterflyfish belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Freshwater Butterflyfish belong to?
Freshwater Butterflyfish belongs to the class Actinopterygii.
What order does Freshwater Butterflyfish belong to?
Freshwater Butterflyfish belongs to the order Osteoglossiformes.
What family does Freshwater Butterflyfish belong to?
Freshwater Butterflyfish belongs to the family Pantodontidae.
What genus does Freshwater Butterflyfish belong to?
Freshwater Butterflyfish belongs to the genus Pantodon.