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Lampreia-de-esteiro

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 (Lampreia)

Species

Lampetra planeri (Lampreia-de-esteiro)

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Lampreia-de-esteiro?

The scientific name of Lampreia-de-esteiro is Lampetra planeri. It belongs to the genus Lampetra.

What is the conservation status of Lampreia-de-esteiro?

Lampreia-de-esteiro (Lampetra planeri) is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Lampreia-de-esteiro live?

Lampreia-de-esteiro 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 Lampreia-de-esteiro belong to?

Lampreia-de-esteiro (Lampetra planeri) belongs to the genus Lampetra, which is part of the taxonomic family Petromyzontidae.

Is Lampreia-de-esteiro endangered?

Yes, Lampreia-de-esteiro (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 Lampreia-de-esteiro belong to?

Lampreia-de-esteiro (Lampetra planeri) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).

What are the closest relatives of Lampreia-de-esteiro?

The closest relatives of Lampreia-de-esteiro in the genus Lampetra include Lampreia do rio, Turkish Brook Lamprey, Western Brook Lamprey, River Lamprey, Kern Brook Lamprey.