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Yellowcheek

Elopichthys bambusa

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Actinopterygii ›Order: Cypriniformes ›Family: Xenocyprididae ›Genus: Elopichthys

About

Elopichthys bambusa, the yellowcheek or kanyu, is a cyprinid fish that is found in eastern Asia. It ranges from the Amur River in Russia, through China to the Lam River in Vietnam. It is considered an important food fish where it occurs, reaching up to 2 m (6 ft 7 in) in length.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Yellowcheek?
The scientific name of Yellowcheek is Elopichthys bambusa.
What kingdom does Yellowcheek belong to?
Yellowcheek belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Yellowcheek belong to?
Yellowcheek belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Yellowcheek belong to?
Yellowcheek belongs to the class Actinopterygii.
What order does Yellowcheek belong to?
Yellowcheek belongs to the order Cypriniformes.
What family does Yellowcheek belong to?
Yellowcheek belongs to the family Xenocyprididae.
What genus does Yellowcheek belong to?
Yellowcheek belongs to the genus Elopichthys.