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Tanganyika Lates

Lates angustifrons

Taxonomy

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

About

Lates angustifrons, the Tanganyika lates, is a species of lates perch endemic to Lake Tanganyika. It is a widespread predator on other fishes. This species can reach a length of 200 centimetres (79 in) SL and the greatest recorded weight is 100 kilograms (220 lb). This species is important commercially and is also popular as a game fish. It is threatened by the pressures that these activities put upon the population.

Frequently Asked Questions

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