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Lamprey

usgb/ˈlæmpri/Volume
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Parasitic Nature

Lampreys are known for feeding off other fish, often viewed negatively due to this behavior.

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Fishermen despise lampreys because they harm commercially valuable fish.
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Aquatic Settings

Use 'lamprey' when discussing freshwater or marine environments, as they inhabit both.

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We learned about lampreys in our aquatic ecosystems class.
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Specific Species

Lampreys vary by species; some are more detrimental to their environment than others.

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The invasive sea lamprey has caused problems in the Great Lakes.
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