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Red Porgy

Pagrus pagrus

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Actinopterygii ›Order: Acanthuriformes ›Family: Sparidae ›Genus: Pagrus

About

The red porgy (Pagrus pagrus), or common seabream, is a species of fish in the family Sparidae. It is found in a wide variety of locations that range from Europe to the Caribbean. Also known along the Gulf Coast as White Snapper, even though it is not a true Snapper. In the UK it is known as Couch's Sea Bream after the Cornish ichthyologist Dr. Jonathan Couch who first discovered this species in British waters.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Red Porgy?
The scientific name of Red Porgy is Pagrus pagrus.
What is the conservation status of Red Porgy?
The Red Porgy has a conservation status of Least Concern.
What kingdom does Red Porgy belong to?
Red Porgy belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Red Porgy belong to?
Red Porgy belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Red Porgy belong to?
Red Porgy belongs to the class Actinopterygii.
What order does Red Porgy belong to?
Red Porgy belongs to the order Acanthuriformes.
What family does Red Porgy belong to?
Red Porgy belongs to the family Sparidae.
What genus does Red Porgy belong to?
Red Porgy belongs to the genus Pagrus.