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Arctic lamprey

Lethenteron camtschaticum

Near Threatened

About

The Arctic lamprey (Lethenteron camtschaticum) is a species in the genus Lethenteron. It is currently classified as Near Threatened 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.

Found in Norway. Listed as Near Threatened, this species requires ongoing monitoring to prevent population decline.

🇳🇴 Norway

Conservation Status

NT Near Threatened

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (hayvan)

Phylum

Chordata (Kordalılar)

Class

Petromyzonti (Petromyzonti)

Order

Petromyzontiformes (Taşemengiller)

Species

Lethenteron camtschaticum (Arctic lamprey)

Names in Other Languages

Japanese Kawa-yatsume

French Lamproie arctique

German Arktische Lamprete

Russian Ledovitomorskaya minoga

Similar Species in Lethenteron

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Alaskan Brook Lamprey

Lethenteron alaskense

Data Deficient

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American Brook Lamprey

Lethenteron appendix

Least Concern

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Far Eastern Brook Lamprey

Lethenteron reissneri

Least Concern

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Arctic lamprey?

The scientific name of Arctic lamprey is Lethenteron camtschaticum. It belongs to the genus Lethenteron.

What is the conservation status of Arctic lamprey?

Arctic lamprey (Lethenteron camtschaticum) is classified as Near Threatened by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Arctic lamprey live?

Arctic lamprey is found in Found in Norway. Listed as Near Threatened, this species requires ongoing monitoring to prevent population decline.. Countries include Norway.

What family does Arctic lamprey belong to?

Arctic lamprey (Lethenteron camtschaticum) belongs to the genus Lethenteron, which is part of the taxonomic family Petromyzontidae.

What kingdom does Arctic lamprey belong to?

Arctic lamprey (Lethenteron camtschaticum) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (hayvan).

What are the closest relatives of Arctic lamprey?

The closest relatives of Arctic lamprey in the genus Lethenteron include Alaskan Brook Lamprey, American Brook Lamprey, Far Eastern Brook Lamprey.