The sea lamprey is a jawless fish known for its eel-like body and circular, sucker-like mouth filled with sharp teeth. It primarily feeds on the blood of other fish. Native to the Atlantic Ocean, it inhabits coastal and freshwater environments. Typically, it reaches up to 47 inches in length and weighs around 5 pounds. Sea lampreys exhibit parasitic behavior. This summary is AI generated
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IUCN Status
Threat to humans
Source: Fishbase
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Sea lamprey
8 in · 2 oz
Sea lamprey
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