🌿Native Nature

Tricolor Sharkminnow

Balantiocheilos melanopterus

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Actinopterygii ›Order: Cypriniformes ›Family: Cyprinidae ›Genus: Balantiocheilos

About

The bala shark, Balantiocheilos melanopterus, also known as the tricolor shark, tricolor sharkminnow, silver shark, or shark minnow, is a fish species of the family Cyprinidae, and is one of the two species in the genus Balantiocheilos. This species is not a true shark, but is commonly so called because of its torpedo-shaped body and large fins. It is endangered because the population decreased by 50% in the last 10 years.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Tricolor Sharkminnow?
The scientific name of Tricolor Sharkminnow is Balantiocheilos melanopterus.
What is the conservation status of Tricolor Sharkminnow?
The Tricolor Sharkminnow has a conservation status of Vulnerable.
What kingdom does Tricolor Sharkminnow belong to?
Tricolor Sharkminnow belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Tricolor Sharkminnow belong to?
Tricolor Sharkminnow belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Tricolor Sharkminnow belong to?
Tricolor Sharkminnow belongs to the class Actinopterygii.
What order does Tricolor Sharkminnow belong to?
Tricolor Sharkminnow belongs to the order Cypriniformes.
What family does Tricolor Sharkminnow belong to?
Tricolor Sharkminnow belongs to the family Cyprinidae.
What genus does Tricolor Sharkminnow belong to?
Tricolor Sharkminnow belongs to the genus Balantiocheilos.