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Montezuma Swordtail

Xiphophorus montezumae

Taxonomy

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

About

Xiphophorus montezumae, the Montezuma swordtail, is a livebearing freshwater fish of the Order Cyprinodontiformes, family Poeciliidae, and genus Xiphophorus. It is in the same genus as the common platy and the swordtail. Xiphophorus means sword-tail in Greek.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Montezuma Swordtail?
The scientific name of Montezuma Swordtail is Xiphophorus montezumae.
What is the conservation status of Montezuma Swordtail?
The Montezuma Swordtail has a conservation status of Data Deficient.
What kingdom does Montezuma Swordtail belong to?
Montezuma Swordtail belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Montezuma Swordtail belong to?
Montezuma Swordtail belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Montezuma Swordtail belong to?
Montezuma Swordtail belongs to the class Actinopterygii.
What order does Montezuma Swordtail belong to?
Montezuma Swordtail belongs to the order Cyprinodontiformes.
What family does Montezuma Swordtail belong to?
Montezuma Swordtail belongs to the family Poeciliidae.
What genus does Montezuma Swordtail belong to?
Montezuma Swordtail belongs to the genus Xiphophorus.