🌿Native Nature

Striped Tigerfish

Hydrocynus vittatus

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Actinopterygii ›Order: Characiformes ›Family: Alestidae ›Genus: Hydrocynus

About

Hydrocynus vittatus, the African tigerfish, tiervis or ngwesh is a predatory freshwater fish distributed throughout much of Africa. This fish is generally a piscivore but it has been observed leaping out of the water and catching barn swallows in flight.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Striped Tigerfish?
The scientific name of Striped Tigerfish is Hydrocynus vittatus.
What is the conservation status of Striped Tigerfish?
The Striped Tigerfish has a conservation status of Least Concern.
What kingdom does Striped Tigerfish belong to?
Striped Tigerfish belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Striped Tigerfish belong to?
Striped Tigerfish belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Striped Tigerfish belong to?
Striped Tigerfish belongs to the class Actinopterygii.
What order does Striped Tigerfish belong to?
Striped Tigerfish belongs to the order Characiformes.
What family does Striped Tigerfish belong to?
Striped Tigerfish belongs to the family Alestidae.
What genus does Striped Tigerfish belong to?
Striped Tigerfish belongs to the genus Hydrocynus.