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Ziege

Pelecus cultratus

Taxonomy

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

About

Pelecus cultratus, known variously as the sichel, the ziege, the sabre carp or sabrefish, is a species of cyprinid fish from an Eastern Europe and adjacent Asian regions. It is the only species of its genus. This species inhabits lower reaches of rivers and brackish waters of eastern Baltic, Black, Caspian and Aral Sea basins. This fish has no major threats and the IUCN lists it as being of "Least Concern".

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Ziege?
The scientific name of Ziege is Pelecus cultratus.
What kingdom does Ziege belong to?
Ziege belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Ziege belong to?
Ziege belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Ziege belong to?
Ziege belongs to the class Actinopterygii.
What order does Ziege belong to?
Ziege belongs to the order Cypriniformes.
What family does Ziege belong to?
Ziege belongs to the family Leuciscidae.
What genus does Ziege belong to?
Ziege belongs to the genus Pelecus.