Step 1: Concept Lanthanoids are the series of 14 elements following Lanthanum ($Z=57$) from Cerium ($Z=58$) to Lutetium ($Z=71$).
Step 2: Meaning Actinoids are the series from Thorium ($Z=90$) to Lawrencium ($Z=103$).
Step 3: Analysis
- Er (Erbium, $Z=68$) belongs to the $4f$ series (Lanthanoids).
- Am (Americium), Np (Neptunium), and Lr (Lawrencium) belong to the $5f$ series (Actinoids).
Step 4: Conclusion Er is the only lanthanoid among the options.
Final Answer: (A)