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Anchor worm

Lernaea cyprinacea

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About

The Anchor worm (Lernaea cyprinacea) is a species in the genus Lernaea. Native to Europe and North America and South America, inhabiting ecosystems characteristic of the region.

Habitat & Distribution

Native to Europe and North America and South America, inhabiting ecosystems characteristic of the region.

Widely distributed across Europe (7 countries), North America (United States), and South America (Colombia).

🇳🇴 Norway 🇵🇹 Portugal 🇧🇪 Belgium 🇩🇰 Denmark 🇫🇷 France 🇬🇧 United Kingdom 🇺🇸 United States 🇨🇴 Colombia 🇳🇱 Netherlands

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (Animals)

Phylum

Arthropoda (artrópodos)

Class

Copepoda (SUCC)

Order

Cyclopoida (Cyclopoida)

Species

Lernaea cyprinacea (Anchor worm)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Anchor worm?

The scientific name of Anchor worm is Lernaea cyprinacea. It belongs to the genus Lernaea.

Where does Anchor worm live?

Anchor worm is found in Widely distributed across Europe (7 countries), North America (United States), and South America (Colombia).. Countries include Belgium, Colombia, Denmark, France, Netherlands, Norway, Portugal, United Kingdom, United States.

What family does Anchor worm belong to?

Anchor worm (Lernaea cyprinacea) belongs to the genus Lernaea, which is part of the taxonomic family Lernaeidae.

What kingdom does Anchor worm belong to?

Anchor worm (Lernaea cyprinacea) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).