Scientific name Crenichthys Rank Genus | Phylum Chordata | |
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Lower classifications White River springfish, Railroad Valley springfish |
Crenichthys baileyi
Crenichthys is a genus of fish in the family Goodeidae, the splitfins. This small genus consists of two species which are both endemic to Nevada in the United States. They occur in small populations in isolated warm springs. Fish of this genus are known commonly as springfish.
Contents
- Crenichthys baileyi
- Convict cichlids white river spingfish crenichthys baileyi baileyi and mollies
- Species
- References
Distinctive characteristics include the loss of the pelvic fins, a relatively large anal fin and one or two rows of black spots along each side.
Convict cichlids white river spingfish crenichthys baileyi baileyi and mollies
Species
The two recognized species in this genus:
References
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