🌿Native Nature

Mexican Stoneroller

Campostoma ornatum

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Actinopterygii ›Order: Cypriniformes ›Family: Leuciscidae ›Genus: Campostoma

About

The Mexican stoneroller (Campostoma ornatum) is a species of fish native to Arizona and Texas in the United States and parts of adjacent Mexico. It belongs to the carp family, Cyprinidae. There are three other species in this genus, Campostoma anomalum (the central stoneroller), Campostoma oligolepis (the largescale stoneroller), and Campostoma pauciradii (the bluefin stoneroller), which are morphologically similar.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Mexican Stoneroller?
The scientific name of Mexican Stoneroller is Campostoma ornatum.
What is the conservation status of Mexican Stoneroller?
The Mexican Stoneroller has a conservation status of Least Concern.
What kingdom does Mexican Stoneroller belong to?
Mexican Stoneroller belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Mexican Stoneroller belong to?
Mexican Stoneroller belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Mexican Stoneroller belong to?
Mexican Stoneroller belongs to the class Actinopterygii.
What order does Mexican Stoneroller belong to?
Mexican Stoneroller belongs to the order Cypriniformes.
What family does Mexican Stoneroller belong to?
Mexican Stoneroller belongs to the family Leuciscidae.
What genus does Mexican Stoneroller belong to?
Mexican Stoneroller belongs to the genus Campostoma.