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Topeka Shiner

Miniellus topeka

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Actinopterygii ›Order: Cypriniformes ›Family: Leuciscidae ›Genus: Miniellus

About

The Topeka shiner (Notropis topeka) is a North American species of cyprinid freshwater fish. The Topeka shiner is a type of minnow that does not grow longer than a few inches. This minnow is a shiny silver color its main physical characteristic is the black colored stripe that runs along the side of the body.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Topeka Shiner?
The scientific name of Topeka Shiner is Miniellus topeka.
What kingdom does Topeka Shiner belong to?
Topeka Shiner belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Topeka Shiner belong to?
Topeka Shiner belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Topeka Shiner belong to?
Topeka Shiner belongs to the class Actinopterygii.
What order does Topeka Shiner belong to?
Topeka Shiner belongs to the order Cypriniformes.
What family does Topeka Shiner belong to?
Topeka Shiner belongs to the family Leuciscidae.
What genus does Topeka Shiner belong to?
Topeka Shiner belongs to the genus Miniellus.