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Green Swordtail

Xiphophorus hellerii

Taxonomy

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

About

The green swordtail (Xiphophorus hellerii) is a species of freshwater/brackish fish in family Poeciliidae of order Cyprinodontiformes. A live-bearer, it is closely related to the southern platyfish or ‘platy’ (X. maculatus) and can crossbreed with it. It is native to an area of North and Central America stretching from Veracruz, Mexico, to northwestern Honduras.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Green Swordtail?
The scientific name of Green Swordtail is Xiphophorus hellerii.
What kingdom does Green Swordtail belong to?
Green Swordtail belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Green Swordtail belong to?
Green Swordtail belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Green Swordtail belong to?
Green Swordtail belongs to the class Actinopterygii.
What order does Green Swordtail belong to?
Green Swordtail belongs to the order Cyprinodontiformes.
What family does Green Swordtail belong to?
Green Swordtail belongs to the family Poeciliidae.
What genus does Green Swordtail belong to?
Green Swordtail belongs to the genus Xiphophorus.