🌿Native Nature

Senegal Bichir

Polypterus senegalus

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Actinopterygii ›Order: Polypteriformes ›Family: Polypteridae ›Genus: Polypterus

About

The Senegal bichir (Polypterus senegalus) also known as the gray bichir and Cuvier's bichir, is sometimes called the "dinosaur eel" (a misnomer, as the creature is neither an eel nor a dinosaur) also called "Dinosaur Bichir" or "dragon fish" in the pet trade. It is a prototypical species of fish in the Polypterus genus, meaning most of its features are held across the genus. Commonly kept in captivity by hobbyists. They are native from Africa where...

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Senegal Bichir?
The scientific name of Senegal Bichir is Polypterus senegalus.
What is the conservation status of Senegal Bichir?
The Senegal Bichir has a conservation status of Least Concern.
What kingdom does Senegal Bichir belong to?
Senegal Bichir belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Senegal Bichir belong to?
Senegal Bichir belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Senegal Bichir belong to?
Senegal Bichir belongs to the class Actinopterygii.
What order does Senegal Bichir belong to?
Senegal Bichir belongs to the order Polypteriformes.
What family does Senegal Bichir belong to?
Senegal Bichir belongs to the family Polypteridae.
What genus does Senegal Bichir belong to?
Senegal Bichir belongs to the genus Polypterus.