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Rainwater Killifish

Lucania parva

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Actinopterygii ›Order: Cyprinodontiformes ›Family: Fundulidae ›Genus: Lucania

About

The rainwater killifish (Lucania parva) is a small silvery fish with yellow flashes and diamond shaped scales that is widespread from Cape Cod, Massachusetts, through to Tampico, Mexico. It is commonly found in large numbers in fresh to brackish estuarine environments. A wholly unremarkable fish, it feeds on tiny crustaceans, mosquito larvae, small worms, and mollusks. Maximum size: 62 mm.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Rainwater Killifish?
The scientific name of Rainwater Killifish is Lucania parva.
What kingdom does Rainwater Killifish belong to?
Rainwater Killifish belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Rainwater Killifish belong to?
Rainwater Killifish belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Rainwater Killifish belong to?
Rainwater Killifish belongs to the class Actinopterygii.
What order does Rainwater Killifish belong to?
Rainwater Killifish belongs to the order Cyprinodontiformes.
What family does Rainwater Killifish belong to?
Rainwater Killifish belongs to the family Fundulidae.
What genus does Rainwater Killifish belong to?
Rainwater Killifish belongs to the genus Lucania.