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Stellate Tadpole-Goby

Benthophilus stellatus

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Actinopterygii ›Order: Gobiiformes ›Family: Gobiidae ›Genus: Benthophilus

About

The stellate tadpole-goby (Benthophilus stellatus) is a species of gobiid fish native to the basin of the Sea of Azov where it occurs in the Gulf of Taganrog and limans of the eastern coast. It also lives in the lower Don River up to the Tsimlyansk Reservoir. It occurs in fresh and brackish waters of depths greater than 3 metres (9.8 ft), preferring shallow coastal lagoons and lowland rivers. Males can reach a length of 13.5 centimetres...

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Stellate Tadpole-Goby?
The scientific name of Stellate Tadpole-Goby is Benthophilus stellatus.
What kingdom does Stellate Tadpole-Goby belong to?
Stellate Tadpole-Goby belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Stellate Tadpole-Goby belong to?
Stellate Tadpole-Goby belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Stellate Tadpole-Goby belong to?
Stellate Tadpole-Goby belongs to the class Actinopterygii.
What order does Stellate Tadpole-Goby belong to?
Stellate Tadpole-Goby belongs to the order Gobiiformes.
What family does Stellate Tadpole-Goby belong to?
Stellate Tadpole-Goby belongs to the family Gobiidae.
What genus does Stellate Tadpole-Goby belong to?
Stellate Tadpole-Goby belongs to the genus Benthophilus.