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Greater Siren

Siren lacertina

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Amphibia ›Order: Caudata ›Family: Sirenidae ›Genus: Siren

About

The greater siren (Siren lacertina) is an eel-like amphibian. The largest of the sirens and one of the largest amphibians in North America, they measure around 1.5 cm (0.59 in) in length upon hatching and then grow to lengths ranging from 18 to 97 cm (7 to 38 in). Weight can range from 55 to 1,000 g (1.9 to 35.3 oz). They range in color from black to brown, and have lighter gray or yellow underbellies.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Greater Siren?
The scientific name of Greater Siren is Siren lacertina.
What kingdom does Greater Siren belong to?
Greater Siren belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Greater Siren belong to?
Greater Siren belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Greater Siren belong to?
Greater Siren belongs to the class Amphibia.
What order does Greater Siren belong to?
Greater Siren belongs to the order Caudata.
What family does Greater Siren belong to?
Greater Siren belongs to the family Sirenidae.
What genus does Greater Siren belong to?
Greater Siren belongs to the genus Siren.