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Scissortail Sergeant

Abudefduf sexfasciatus

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Actinopterygii ›Order: Blenniiformes ›Family: Pomacentridae ›Genus: Abudefduf

About

The scissortail sergeant or striptailed damselfish (Abudefduf sexfasciatus, family Pomacentridae) is a large damselfish. It earns its name from the black-striped tail and sides, which are reminiscent of the insignia of a military Sergeant, being similar to those of the Sergeant Major damselfish. It grows to a length of about 16 centimetres (6.3 in).

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Scissortail Sergeant?
The scientific name of Scissortail Sergeant is Abudefduf sexfasciatus.
What is the conservation status of Scissortail Sergeant?
The Scissortail Sergeant has a conservation status of Least Concern.
What kingdom does Scissortail Sergeant belong to?
Scissortail Sergeant belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Scissortail Sergeant belong to?
Scissortail Sergeant belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Scissortail Sergeant belong to?
Scissortail Sergeant belongs to the class Actinopterygii.
What order does Scissortail Sergeant belong to?
Scissortail Sergeant belongs to the order Blenniiformes.
What family does Scissortail Sergeant belong to?
Scissortail Sergeant belongs to the family Pomacentridae.
What genus does Scissortail Sergeant belong to?
Scissortail Sergeant belongs to the genus Abudefduf.