37 observationsCritically Endangered
Moapa Dace
Gila coriacea
Taxonomy
Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Actinopterygii ›Order: Cypriniformes ›Family: Leuciscidae ›Genus: Gila
About
The moapa dace (Gila coriacea) is a species of freshwater ray-finned fish belonging to the family Leuciscidae, which includes the daces, chubs, Eurasian minnows and related species. This is a rare fish found in southern Nevada, United States, found only in the upper parts of the Muddy (formerly Moapa) River, and in the warm springs that give rise to the river.
Frequently Asked Questions
- The scientific name of Moapa Dace is Gila coriacea.
- Moapa Dace belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
- Moapa Dace belongs to the phylum Chordata.
- Moapa Dace belongs to the class Actinopterygii.
- Moapa Dace belongs to the order Cypriniformes.
- Moapa Dace belongs to the family Leuciscidae.
- Moapa Dace belongs to the genus Gila.