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Lamproie arctique

Lethenteron camtschaticum

Near Threatened

About

The Arctic lamprey (Lethenteron camtschaticum) is a species in the genus Lethenteron. It is currently classified as Near Threatened 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.

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

🇳🇴 Norway

Conservation Status

NT Near Threatened

Full Taxonomy

Petromyzonti (Petromyzonti)

Order

Petromyzontiformes (lamprey)

Species

Lethenteron camtschaticum (Lamproie arctique)

Names in Other Languages

Japanese Kawa-yatsume

French Lamproie arctique

German Arktische Lamprete

Russian Ledovitomorskaya minoga

Similar Species in Lethenteron

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Lamproie de Alaska

Lethenteron alaskense

Lamproie de l’Extrême–Orient

Lethenteron reissneri

Least Concern

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Lamproie arctique?

The scientific name of Lamproie arctique is Lethenteron camtschaticum. It belongs to the genus Lethenteron.

What is the conservation status of Lamproie arctique?

Lamproie arctique (Lethenteron camtschaticum) is classified as Near Threatened by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Lamproie arctique live?

Lamproie arctique is found in Found in Norway. Listed as Near Threatened, this species requires ongoing monitoring to prevent population decline.. Countries include Norway.

What family does Lamproie arctique belong to?

Lamproie arctique (Lethenteron camtschaticum) belongs to the genus Lethenteron, which is part of the taxonomic family Petromyzontidae.

What kingdom does Lamproie arctique belong to?

Lamproie arctique (Lethenteron camtschaticum) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (animal).

What are the closest relatives of Lamproie arctique?

The closest relatives of Lamproie arctique in the genus Lethenteron include Lamproie de Alaska, Lamproie de l'est, Lamproie de l’Extrême–Orient.