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Rock Bass

Ambloplites rupestris

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Actinopterygii ›Order: Centrarchiformes ›Family: Centrarchidae ›Genus: Ambloplites

About

The rock bass (Ambloplites rupestris), also known as the rock perch, goggle-eye, red eye, is a fresh water fish native to east-central North America. This red eyed creature is a species of freshwater fish in the sunfish family (Centrarchidae) of order Perciformes and can be distinguished from other similar species by the six spines in the anal fin (other sunfish have only three anal fin spines).

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Rock Bass?
The scientific name of Rock Bass is Ambloplites rupestris.
What kingdom does Rock Bass belong to?
Rock Bass belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Rock Bass belong to?
Rock Bass belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Rock Bass belong to?
Rock Bass belongs to the class Actinopterygii.
What order does Rock Bass belong to?
Rock Bass belongs to the order Centrarchiformes.
What family does Rock Bass belong to?
Rock Bass belongs to the family Centrarchidae.
What genus does Rock Bass belong to?
Rock Bass belongs to the genus Ambloplites.