Lake Lamprey

Conservation Status

EN Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (प्राणी)

Phylum

Chordata (रज्जुकी)

Class

Petromyzonti (Petromyzonti)

Order

Petromyzontiformes (lamprey)

Family

Petromyzontidae

Genus

Entosphenus

Species

Entosphenus macrostomus (Lake Lamprey)

Names in Other Languages

French Lamproie de Vancouver

Similar Species in Entosphenus

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Pit-klamath Brook Lamprey

Entosphenus lethophagus

Least Concern

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Klamath Lamprey

Entosphenus similis

Near Threatened

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Miller Lake Lamprey

Entosphenus minimus

Vulnerable

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Pacific Lamprey

Entosphenus tridentatus

Least Concern

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Lake Lamprey?

The scientific name of Lake Lamprey is Entosphenus macrostomus. It belongs to the genus Entosphenus.

What is the conservation status of Lake Lamprey?

Lake Lamprey (Entosphenus macrostomus) is classified as Endangered by the IUCN Red List.

What family does Lake Lamprey belong to?

Lake Lamprey (Entosphenus macrostomus) belongs to the genus Entosphenus, which is part of the taxonomic family Petromyzontidae.

Is Lake Lamprey endangered?

Yes, Lake Lamprey (Entosphenus macrostomus) is classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does Lake Lamprey belong to?

Lake Lamprey (Entosphenus macrostomus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (प्राणी).

What are the closest relatives of Lake Lamprey?

The closest relatives of Lake Lamprey in the genus Entosphenus include Pit-klamath Brook Lamprey, Klamath Lamprey, Miller Lake Lamprey, Pacific Lamprey.