Short-headed Lamprey

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (प्राणी)

Phylum

Chordata (रज्जुकी)

Class

Petromyzonti (Petromyzonti)

Order

Petromyzontiformes (lamprey)

Family

Mordaciidae

Genus

Mordacia

Species

Mordacia mordax (Short-headed Lamprey)

Names in Other Languages

French Lamproie australienne

Similar Species in Mordacia

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Non-parasitic Lamprey

Mordacia praecox

Endangered

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Chilean lamprey

Mordacia lapicida

Data Deficient

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Short-headed Lamprey?

The scientific name of Short-headed Lamprey is Mordacia mordax. It belongs to the genus Mordacia.

What is the conservation status of Short-headed Lamprey?

Short-headed Lamprey (Mordacia mordax) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

What family does Short-headed Lamprey belong to?

Short-headed Lamprey (Mordacia mordax) belongs to the genus Mordacia, which is part of the taxonomic family Mordaciidae.

Is Short-headed Lamprey endangered?

No, Short-headed Lamprey (Mordacia mordax) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does Short-headed Lamprey belong to?

Short-headed Lamprey (Mordacia mordax) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (प्राणी).

What are the closest relatives of Short-headed Lamprey?

The closest relatives of Short-headed Lamprey in the genus Mordacia include Non-parasitic Lamprey, Chilean lamprey.