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Lampreia do rio

Lampetra fluviatilis

Vulnerable

Habitat & Distribution

Native to Europe, inhabiting ecosystems characteristic of the region.

Distributed across Belgium, Denmark, Norway, Sweden, and United Kingdom. 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 fluviatilis (Lampreia do rio)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Lamprea de río

French lamproie fluviatile

German Flussneunauge

Portuguese Lampreia do rio

Russian Baltiyskaya minoga

Turkish Bofa balýg¢ý

Similar Species in Lampetra

Turkish Brook Lamprey

Western Brook Lamprey

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Lampreia do rio?

The scientific name of Lampreia do rio is Lampetra fluviatilis. It belongs to the genus Lampetra.

What is the conservation status of Lampreia do rio?

Lampreia do rio (Lampetra fluviatilis) is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Lampreia do rio live?

Lampreia do rio is found in Distributed across Belgium, Denmark, Norway, Sweden, and United Kingdom. Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Belgium, Denmark, Norway, Sweden, United Kingdom.

What family does Lampreia do rio belong to?

Lampreia do rio (Lampetra fluviatilis) belongs to the genus Lampetra, which is part of the taxonomic family Petromyzontidae.

Is Lampreia do rio endangered?

Yes, Lampreia do rio (Lampetra fluviatilis) 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 do rio belong to?

Lampreia do rio (Lampetra fluviatilis) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).

What are the closest relatives of Lampreia do rio?

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