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Western Mosquitofish

Gambusia affinis

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Actinopterygii ›Order: Cyprinodontiformes ›Family: Poeciliidae ›Genus: Gambusia

About

The western mosquitofish (Gambusia affinis) is a species of freshwater fish, also known commonly, if ambiguously, as simply mosquitofish or by its generic name, Gambusia, or by the common name gambezi. There is also an eastern mosquitofish (G. holbrooki).

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Western Mosquitofish?
The scientific name of Western Mosquitofish is Gambusia affinis.
What kingdom does Western Mosquitofish belong to?
Western Mosquitofish belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Western Mosquitofish belong to?
Western Mosquitofish belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Western Mosquitofish belong to?
Western Mosquitofish belongs to the class Actinopterygii.
What order does Western Mosquitofish belong to?
Western Mosquitofish belongs to the order Cyprinodontiformes.
What family does Western Mosquitofish belong to?
Western Mosquitofish belongs to the family Poeciliidae.
What genus does Western Mosquitofish belong to?
Western Mosquitofish belongs to the genus Gambusia.