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Lung Fish of Africa is...

Lung Fish of Africa is

A

Protopterus

B

Lepidosiren

C

Neoceratodus

D

Muraena

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### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Understanding Lungfish**: - Lungfish are a group of fish that possess lungs in addition to gills. They are capable of breathing air, which is a significant adaptation for survival in environments where oxygen levels in water may be low. 2. **Identifying the Genera**: - There are three main genera of lungfish: - **Protopterus** (African lungfish) - **Lepidosiren** (South American lungfish) - **Neoceratodus** (Australian lungfish) 3. **Identifying the African Lungfish**: - Among these genera, **Protopterus** is specifically known as the African lungfish. It is found in the lakes of tropical Africa. 4. **Conclusion**: - Therefore, the correct answer to the question "Lung Fish of Africa is" is **Protopterus**. ### Final Answer: The lungfish of Africa is **Protopterus**. ---
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