marbled lungfish

Habitat & Distribution

Native to Africa, inhabiting ecosystems characteristic of the region.

Found in Rwanda.

🇷🇼 Rwanda

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (Animals)

Phylum

Chordata (Chordates)

Class

Dipneusti (Dipneusti)

Order

Ceratodontiformes (Ceratodontiformes)

Family

Protopteridae

Genus

Protopterus

Species

Protopterus aethiopicus (marbled lungfish)

Names in Other Languages

German Äthiopischer Lungenfisch

Arabic Samak el teen

Similar Species in Protopterus

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African lungfish

Protopterus annectens

Least Concern

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Gilled lungfish

Protopterus amphibius

Least Concern

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Slender lungfish

Protopterus dolloi

Least Concern

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of marbled lungfish?

The scientific name of marbled lungfish is Protopterus aethiopicus. It belongs to the genus Protopterus.

What is the conservation status of marbled lungfish?

marbled lungfish (Protopterus aethiopicus) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does marbled lungfish live?

marbled lungfish is found in Found in Rwanda.. Countries include Rwanda.

What family does marbled lungfish belong to?

marbled lungfish (Protopterus aethiopicus) belongs to the genus Protopterus, which is part of the taxonomic family Protopteridae.

Is marbled lungfish endangered?

No, marbled lungfish (Protopterus aethiopicus) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does marbled lungfish belong to?

marbled lungfish (Protopterus aethiopicus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).

What are the closest relatives of marbled lungfish?

The closest relatives of marbled lungfish in the genus Protopterus include African lungfish, Gilled lungfish, Slender lungfish.