6,769 observationsLeast Concern
Pinfish
Lagodon rhomboides
Taxonomy
Kingdom: Animalia βΊPhylum: Chordata βΊClass: Actinopterygii βΊOrder: Acanthuriformes βΊFamily: Sparidae βΊGenus: Lagodon
About
The pinfish, Lagodon rhomboides, is a saltwater fish of the Sparidae family, the breams and porgies. It inhabits mostly subtropical shallow coastal waters of the Atlantic and Gulf coasts of the United States and Mexico. It is the only member of the monotypic genus Lagodon. Other common names include pin perch, sand perch, and butterfish.
Frequently Asked Questions
- The scientific name of Pinfish is Lagodon rhomboides.
- Pinfish belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
- Pinfish belongs to the phylum Chordata.
- Pinfish belongs to the class Actinopterygii.
- Pinfish belongs to the order Acanthuriformes.
- Pinfish belongs to the family Sparidae.
- Pinfish belongs to the genus Lagodon.