🌿Native Nature

Texas Cichlid

Herichthys cyanoguttatus

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Actinopterygii ›Order: Cichliformes ›Family: Cichlidae ›Genus: Herichthys

About

The Texas cichlid (Herichthys cyanoguttatus, formerly Cichlasoma cyanoguttatum) is a freshwater fish of the cichlid family. This is the only cichlid species that is native to the United States. The fish, also known as Rio Grande cichlid, originates from the lower Rio Grande drainage in Texas near Brownsville and Northeastern Mexico.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Texas Cichlid?
The scientific name of Texas Cichlid is Herichthys cyanoguttatus.
What kingdom does Texas Cichlid belong to?
Texas Cichlid belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Texas Cichlid belong to?
Texas Cichlid belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Texas Cichlid belong to?
Texas Cichlid belongs to the class Actinopterygii.
What order does Texas Cichlid belong to?
Texas Cichlid belongs to the order Cichliformes.
What family does Texas Cichlid belong to?
Texas Cichlid belongs to the family Cichlidae.
What genus does Texas Cichlid belong to?
Texas Cichlid belongs to the genus Herichthys.