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Synodontis congicus

Synodontis congicus

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Actinopterygii ›Order: Siluriformes ›Family: Mochokidae ›Genus: Synodontis

About

Synodontis congicus is a species of upside-down catfish native to the Democratic Republic of the Congo and the Republic of the Congo where it occurs in the upper and middle Congo Basin. It was first described by Belgian ichthyologist Max Poll in 1971. The first specimen was found near the town of Gangala-na-Bodio, Democratic Republic of the Congo, in the Dungu River. The meaning of the specific name "congicus" is "From the Congo".

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Synodontis congicus?
The scientific name of Synodontis congicus is Synodontis congicus.
What is the conservation status of Synodontis congicus?
The Synodontis congicus has a conservation status of Least Concern.
What kingdom does Synodontis congicus belong to?
Synodontis congicus belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Synodontis congicus belong to?
Synodontis congicus belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Synodontis congicus belong to?
Synodontis congicus belongs to the class Actinopterygii.
What order does Synodontis congicus belong to?
Synodontis congicus belongs to the order Siluriformes.
What family does Synodontis congicus belong to?
Synodontis congicus belongs to the family Mochokidae.
What genus does Synodontis congicus belong to?
Synodontis congicus belongs to the genus Synodontis.