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Sheepshead Minnow

Cyprinodon variegatus

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Actinopterygii ›Order: Cyprinodontiformes ›Family: Cyprinodontidae ›Genus: Cyprinodon

About

The sheepshead minnow or sheepshead pupfish (Cyprinodon variegatus variegatus) is a subspecies of ray-finned fish in the family Cyprinodontidae, the pupfishes. It is found in salt marsh and estuary environments and is native to the eastern coasts of North and Central America.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Sheepshead Minnow?
The scientific name of Sheepshead Minnow is Cyprinodon variegatus.
What kingdom does Sheepshead Minnow belong to?
Sheepshead Minnow belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Sheepshead Minnow belong to?
Sheepshead Minnow belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Sheepshead Minnow belong to?
Sheepshead Minnow belongs to the class Actinopterygii.
What order does Sheepshead Minnow belong to?
Sheepshead Minnow belongs to the order Cyprinodontiformes.
What family does Sheepshead Minnow belong to?
Sheepshead Minnow belongs to the family Cyprinodontidae.
What genus does Sheepshead Minnow belong to?
Sheepshead Minnow belongs to the genus Cyprinodon.