
Lamprey
Parasitic Nature
Lampreys are known for feeding off other fish, often viewed negatively due to this behavior.
Fishermen despise lampreys because they harm commercially valuable fish.
Aquatic Settings
Use 'lamprey' when discussing freshwater or marine environments, as they inhabit both.
We learned about lampreys in our aquatic ecosystems class.
Specific Species
Lampreys vary by species; some are more detrimental to their environment than others.
The invasive sea lamprey has caused problems in the Great Lakes.
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