Lamprey eel
Lampetra richardsoni
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Freshwater
Comprimento Máximo
17,299999237060547 cm
Família
Overview
Lamprey eel (Lampetra richardsoni) is a freshwater fish of the family Petromyzontidae (Northern Lampreys), in the order Petromyzontiformes. Maximum recorded length is 17 cm.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 17,299999237060547 cm |
Habitat & Distribution
Tipo de Água
Freshwater
Taxonomy
| Ordem | Petromyzontiformes (Lampreys) |
| Família | Petromyzontidae (Northern Lampreys) |
| Espécies | Lampetra richardsoni |
Perguntas Frequentes
How big does Lamprey eel get?
Lamprey eel can grow up to 17.299999237060547 cm long.
What family does Lamprey eel belong to?
Lamprey eel (Lampetra richardsoni) belongs to the family Petromyzontidae (Northern Lampreys) in the order Petromyzontiformes (Lampreys).
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