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Pike Topminnow

Belonesox belizanus

Taxonomy

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

About

Belonesox belizanus, the pike topminnow, is a species of poeciliid found from Mexico to Costa Rica. It has also been introduced to Florida, USA. The female of the species grows to a length of 20 centimetres (7.9 in) TL, with males growing to a length of 10 centimetres (3.9 in) TL. It is the only known member of its genus. Unlike most poeciliids (which tend to be generalists or micro predators), this is a highly specialized predator, with...

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Pike Topminnow?
The scientific name of Pike Topminnow is Belonesox belizanus.
What is the conservation status of Pike Topminnow?
The Pike Topminnow has a conservation status of Least Concern.
What kingdom does Pike Topminnow belong to?
Pike Topminnow belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Pike Topminnow belong to?
Pike Topminnow belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Pike Topminnow belong to?
Pike Topminnow belongs to the class Actinopterygii.
What order does Pike Topminnow belong to?
Pike Topminnow belongs to the order Cyprinodontiformes.
What family does Pike Topminnow belong to?
Pike Topminnow belongs to the family Poeciliidae.
What genus does Pike Topminnow belong to?
Pike Topminnow belongs to the genus Belonesox.