This list includes 2 Farm Animals that start with X, from “X-ray tetra” to “Xingu River ray”. These species are mainly farmed in small-scale aquaculture or captive production for meat, trade, or hobbyists.
Farm Animals that start with X are species kept or bred on farms for food, fiber, or trade. The Xingu River ray also appears in regional aquaculture and local diets in parts of Brazil.
Below you’ll find the table with Common name, Scientific name, Order, and Typical habitat (production system).
Common name: The familiar, everyday name you recognize, helping you quickly match species to regional or market labels.
Scientific name: The binomial Latin name that precisely identifies the species and helps you cross-reference authoritative databases.
Order: The taxonomic order gives broader biological context so you see related groups and compare general traits.
Typical habitat (production system): Where the species is usually raised or farmed, showing common systems and environments you can expect.
Farm Animals that start with X
| Common Name | Scientific Name | Taxonomic Order | Typical Production System |
|---|---|---|---|
| X-ray tetra | Pristella maxillaris | Characiformes | ornamental aquarium farms |
| Xingu River ray | Potamotrygon leopoldi | Myliobatiformes | ornamental freshwater aquaculture |
Descriptions
X-ray tetra
Small South American fish bred worldwide for the aquarium trade; valued as an ornamental for its translucent body and schooling behavior.
Xingu River ray
Large freshwater stingray from Brazil’s Xingu River, bred in captivity for the aquarium trade and collectors for its distinctive black-and-white pattern.
