Slender lungfish

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 dolloi (Slender lungfish)

Names in Other Languages

French Anguille

Russian Temnyi protopter

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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marbled lungfish

Protopterus aethiopicus

Least Concern

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Slender lungfish?

The scientific name of Slender lungfish is Protopterus dolloi. It belongs to the genus Protopterus.

What is the conservation status of Slender lungfish?

Slender lungfish (Protopterus dolloi) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

What family does Slender lungfish belong to?

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

Is Slender lungfish endangered?

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

What kingdom does Slender lungfish belong to?

Slender lungfish (Protopterus dolloi) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).

What are the closest relatives of Slender lungfish?

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