Brook lamprey
Lampetra planeri
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Freshwater
Longitud Máxima
20,5 cm
Familia
Overview
Brook lamprey (Lampetra planeri) is a freshwater fish of the family Petromyzontidae (Northern Lampreys), in the order Petromyzontiformes. Maximum recorded length is 20 cm.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 20,5 cm |
Habitat & Distribution
Tipo de Agua
Freshwater
Taxonomy
| Orden | Petromyzontiformes (Lampreys) |
| Familia | Petromyzontidae (Northern Lampreys) |
| Especies | Lampetra planeri |
Preguntas Frecuentes
How big does Brook lamprey get?
Brook lamprey can grow up to 20.5 cm long.
What family does Brook lamprey belong to?
Brook lamprey (Lampetra planeri) belongs to the family Petromyzontidae (Northern Lampreys) in the order Petromyzontiformes (Lampreys).
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