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Western Blacknose Dace

Rhinichthys obtusus

Taxonomy

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

About

Western blacknose dace (Rhinichthys obtusus) is a common species of ray-finned fish belonging to the family Cyprinidae (minnow or carp) and the genus Rhinichthys. Western blacknose dace have tan to dark brown backs, lighter sides, and cream colored undersides. Dark blotches are sporadically scattered across their sides and backs. A distinctive dark colored mid-lateral stripe from the tip of the snout to the caudal peduncle is present. The snout is relatively long and they have a...

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Western Blacknose Dace?
The scientific name of Western Blacknose Dace is Rhinichthys obtusus.
What kingdom does Western Blacknose Dace belong to?
Western Blacknose Dace belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Western Blacknose Dace belong to?
Western Blacknose Dace belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Western Blacknose Dace belong to?
Western Blacknose Dace belongs to the class Actinopterygii.
What order does Western Blacknose Dace belong to?
Western Blacknose Dace belongs to the order Cypriniformes.
What family does Western Blacknose Dace belong to?
Western Blacknose Dace belongs to the family Leuciscidae.
What genus does Western Blacknose Dace belong to?
Western Blacknose Dace belongs to the genus Rhinichthys.