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Sleek Lates

Lates stappersii

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Actinopterygii ›Order: Carangiformes ›Family: Latidae ›Genus: Lates

About

Lates stappersii, the Sleek lates, is a species of lates perch endemic to Lake Tanganyika. This species can reach a length of 45 centimetres (18 in) SL. It is very important to local commercial fisheries.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Sleek Lates?
The scientific name of Sleek Lates is Lates stappersii.
What is the conservation status of Sleek Lates?
The Sleek Lates has a conservation status of Vulnerable.
What kingdom does Sleek Lates belong to?
Sleek Lates belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Sleek Lates belong to?
Sleek Lates belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Sleek Lates belong to?
Sleek Lates belongs to the class Actinopterygii.
What order does Sleek Lates belong to?
Sleek Lates belongs to the order Carangiformes.
What family does Sleek Lates belong to?
Sleek Lates belongs to the family Latidae.
What genus does Sleek Lates belong to?
Sleek Lates belongs to the genus Lates.