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Lepidosirena

Lepidosiren paradoxa

Near Threatened
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Habitat & Distribution

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

Found in Colombia. Listed as Near Threatened, this species requires ongoing monitoring to prevent population decline.

🇨🇴 Colombia

Conservation Status

NT Near Threatened

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Lepidosirena
German Lurchfisch
Portuguese Boi una
Russian Amerikanskiy cheshuichatnik

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cordados
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Dipneusti
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Ceratodontiformes
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Lepidosirenidae
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Lepidosiren
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Lepidosirena?
The scientific name of Lepidosirena is Lepidosiren paradoxa. It belongs to the genus Lepidosiren.
What is the conservation status of Lepidosirena?
Lepidosirena (Lepidosiren paradoxa) is classified as Near Threatened by the IUCN Red List.
Where does Lepidosirena live?
Lepidosirena is found in Found in Colombia. Listed as Near Threatened, this species requires ongoing monitoring to prevent population decline.. Countries include Colombia.
What family does Lepidosirena belong to?
Lepidosirena (Lepidosiren paradoxa) belongs to the genus Lepidosiren, which is part of the taxonomic family Lepidosirenidae.
What kingdom does Lepidosirena belong to?
Lepidosirena (Lepidosiren paradoxa) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).

Native Range — 1 Countries

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Genus Lepidosiren — 1 Species

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Lepidosirena
Lepidosiren paradoxa
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