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Mountain Mullet

Dajaus monticola

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Actinopterygii ›Order: Mugiliformes ›Family: Mugilidae ›Genus: Dajaus

About

The mountain mullet (Dajaus monticola) is a freshwater fish of the family Mugilidae. It can be found in North and South America, from North Carolina, Florida, Louisiana and Texas in the United States to Colombia and Venezuela, including the West Indies in the Antilles. It is the only species in the monotypic genus Dajaus.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Mountain Mullet?
The scientific name of Mountain Mullet is Dajaus monticola.
What is the conservation status of Mountain Mullet?
The Mountain Mullet has a conservation status of Least Concern.
What kingdom does Mountain Mullet belong to?
Mountain Mullet belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Mountain Mullet belong to?
Mountain Mullet belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Mountain Mullet belong to?
Mountain Mullet belongs to the class Actinopterygii.
What order does Mountain Mullet belong to?
Mountain Mullet belongs to the order Mugiliformes.
What family does Mountain Mullet belong to?
Mountain Mullet belongs to the family Mugilidae.
What genus does Mountain Mullet belong to?
Mountain Mullet belongs to the genus Dajaus.