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Whitespotted Filefish

Cantherhines macrocerus

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Actinopterygii ›Order: Tetraodontiformes ›Family: Monacanthidae ›Genus: Cantherhines

About

Cantherhines macrocerus, commonly known as the whitespotted filefish or American whitespotted filefish, is a marine fish found along the coast of Florida extending southward into the Caribbean. This species is distinct and separate from Cantherhines dumerilii, the similarly named whitespotted filefish which is found in the Indian and Pacific oceans.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Whitespotted Filefish?
The scientific name of Whitespotted Filefish is Cantherhines macrocerus.
What is the conservation status of Whitespotted Filefish?
The Whitespotted Filefish has a conservation status of Least Concern.
What kingdom does Whitespotted Filefish belong to?
Whitespotted Filefish belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Whitespotted Filefish belong to?
Whitespotted Filefish belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Whitespotted Filefish belong to?
Whitespotted Filefish belongs to the class Actinopterygii.
What order does Whitespotted Filefish belong to?
Whitespotted Filefish belongs to the order Tetraodontiformes.
What family does Whitespotted Filefish belong to?
Whitespotted Filefish belongs to the family Monacanthidae.
What genus does Whitespotted Filefish belong to?
Whitespotted Filefish belongs to the genus Cantherhines.