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Southern Kingfish

Menticirrhus americanus

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Actinopterygii ›Order: Acanthuriformes ›Family: Sciaenidae ›Genus: Menticirrhus

About

Menticirrhus americanus, the southern kingfish, southern kingcroaker, the king whiting, the Carolina whiting, or the sea mullet, is a species of marine fish in the family Sciaenidae. It lives in shallow coastal waters on the western fringes of the Atlantic Ocean.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Southern Kingfish?
The scientific name of Southern Kingfish is Menticirrhus americanus.
What kingdom does Southern Kingfish belong to?
Southern Kingfish belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Southern Kingfish belong to?
Southern Kingfish belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Southern Kingfish belong to?
Southern Kingfish belongs to the class Actinopterygii.
What order does Southern Kingfish belong to?
Southern Kingfish belongs to the order Acanthuriformes.
What family does Southern Kingfish belong to?
Southern Kingfish belongs to the family Sciaenidae.
What genus does Southern Kingfish belong to?
Southern Kingfish belongs to the genus Menticirrhus.