🌿Native Nature

Ohio Lamprey

Ichthyomyzon bdellium

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Petromyzonti ›Order: Petromyzontiformes ›Family: Petromyzontidae ›Genus: Ichthyomyzon

About

The Ohio lamprey (Ichthyomyzon bdellium) is a lamprey found in the Ohio River drainage basin in the United States and is a parasitic species of lampreys. They are considered to be an endangered/rare species in some states, due to siltation, pollution, and construction of dams.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Ohio Lamprey?
The scientific name of Ohio Lamprey is Ichthyomyzon bdellium.
What is the conservation status of Ohio Lamprey?
The Ohio Lamprey has a conservation status of Least Concern.
What kingdom does Ohio Lamprey belong to?
Ohio Lamprey belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Ohio Lamprey belong to?
Ohio Lamprey belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Ohio Lamprey belong to?
Ohio Lamprey belongs to the class Petromyzonti.
What order does Ohio Lamprey belong to?
Ohio Lamprey belongs to the order Petromyzontiformes.
What family does Ohio Lamprey belong to?
Ohio Lamprey belongs to the family Petromyzontidae.
What genus does Ohio Lamprey belong to?
Ohio Lamprey belongs to the genus Ichthyomyzon.