Chilean lamprey

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The Chilean lamprey (Mordacia lapicida) is a species in the genus Mordacia. It is currently classified as Data Deficient on the IUCN Red List. Native to South America, inhabiting ecosystems characteristic of the region.

Habitat & Distribution

Native to South America, inhabiting ecosystems characteristic of the region.

Found in Chile.

🇨🇱 Chile

Conservation Status

DD Data Deficient

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (动物界)

Phylum

Chordata (脊索动物门)

Class

Petromyzonti (七鳃鳗纲)

Order

Petromyzontiformes (七鰓鰻目)

Family

Mordaciidae

Genus

Mordacia

Species

Mordacia lapicida (Chilean lamprey)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Lamprea de Agua Dulce

French Lamproie du Chili

Similar Species in Mordacia

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Non-parasitic Lamprey

Mordacia praecox

Endangered

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Short-headed Lamprey

Mordacia mordax

Least Concern

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七鳃鳗纲

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七鰓鰻目

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Mordaciidae

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Mordacia

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Chilean lamprey?

The scientific name of Chilean lamprey is Mordacia lapicida. It belongs to the genus Mordacia.

What is the conservation status of Chilean lamprey?

Chilean lamprey (Mordacia lapicida) is classified as Data Deficient by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Chilean lamprey live?

Chilean lamprey is found in Found in Chile.. Countries include Chile.

What family does Chilean lamprey belong to?

Chilean lamprey (Mordacia lapicida) belongs to the genus Mordacia, which is part of the taxonomic family Mordaciidae.

What kingdom does Chilean lamprey belong to?

Chilean lamprey (Mordacia lapicida) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (动物界).

What are the closest relatives of Chilean lamprey?

The closest relatives of Chilean lamprey in the genus Mordacia include Non-parasitic Lamprey, Short-headed Lamprey.