Fishing for Arctic lamprey

Lethenteron camtschaticum

The Arctic lamprey is a jawless fish characterized by its elongated, eel-like body and circular, sucker-like mouth. It inhabits cold freshwater and coastal marine environments. Typically reaching up to 12 inches in length and weighing around 0.5 pounds, it feeds on small invertebrates and detritus. Known for its migratory behavior, it travels upstream to spawn. This summary is AI generated

Water type

Saltwater / Freshwater / Mixed

IUCN Status

Least concern

Threat to humans

Harmless

Source: Fishbase

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