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Green Terror

Andinoacara rivulatus

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Actinopterygii ›Order: Cichliformes ›Family: Cichlidae ›Genus: Andinoacara

About

The green terror (Andinoacara rivulatus, syn. Aequidens rivulatus), also known as the gold saum, is a colorful freshwater fish in the cichlid family. The fish originates from the Pacific side of South America from the Tumbes River in Peru to the Esmeraldas River in Ecuador. It is polymorphic and can have white or gold-orange edging to the tail and dorsal fins. It has historically been confused with two other species that always have narrow, clearly defined...

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Green Terror?
The scientific name of Green Terror is Andinoacara rivulatus.
What kingdom does Green Terror belong to?
Green Terror belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Green Terror belong to?
Green Terror belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Green Terror belong to?
Green Terror belongs to the class Actinopterygii.
What order does Green Terror belong to?
Green Terror belongs to the order Cichliformes.
What family does Green Terror belong to?
Green Terror belongs to the family Cichlidae.
What genus does Green Terror belong to?
Green Terror belongs to the genus Andinoacara.