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Lamprea de arroyo

Lampetra planeri

Vulnerable

About

The Brook Lamprey (Lampetra planeri) is a species in the genus Lampetra. It is currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List. Native to Europe, inhabiting ecosystems characteristic of the region.

Habitat & Distribution

Native to Europe, inhabiting ecosystems characteristic of the region.

Distributed across Belgium, Denmark, Norway, and Sweden. Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

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Conservation Status

VU Vulnerable

Full Taxonomy

Petromyzonti (Petromyzonti)

Order

Petromyzontiformes (Hyperoartia)

Species

Lampetra planeri (Lamprea de arroyo)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Lamprea de arroyo

French petite lamproie, lamproie de planer

German Bachneunauge

Portuguese Lampreia-de-esteiro

Russian Evropeiskaja rutschjevnaja minoga

Similar Species in Lampetra

Turkish Brook Lamprey

Western Brook Lamprey

Lampetra richardsoni

Least Concern

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Lamprea de arroyo?

The scientific name of Lamprea de arroyo is Lampetra planeri. It belongs to the genus Lampetra.

What is the conservation status of Lamprea de arroyo?

Lamprea de arroyo (Lampetra planeri) is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Lamprea de arroyo live?

Lamprea de arroyo is found in Distributed across Belgium, Denmark, Norway, and Sweden. Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Belgium, Denmark, Norway, Sweden.

What family does Lamprea de arroyo belong to?

Lamprea de arroyo (Lampetra planeri) belongs to the genus Lampetra, which is part of the taxonomic family Petromyzontidae.

Is Lamprea de arroyo endangered?

Yes, Lamprea de arroyo (Lampetra planeri) is classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does Lamprea de arroyo belong to?

Lamprea de arroyo (Lampetra planeri) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).

What are the closest relatives of Lamprea de arroyo?

The closest relatives of Lamprea de arroyo in the genus Lampetra include Lamprea de río, Lamprea de río, Western Brook Lamprey, Kern Brook Lamprey, Least Brook Lamprey.