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The Pit-Klamath brook lamprey (Entosphenus lethophagus) is a freshwater fish of the family Petromyzontidae that grows up to 22 cm.
Description
The Pit-Klamath brook lamprey is a lamprey (Petromyzontidae) from fresh water of the Pit and Klamath basins in Oregon and California, in the western United States. The species grows to about 17 cm and has a slender, eel-like, jawless body with a round sucker mouth and seven gill openings. It is a non-parasitic species: the larvae live for years buried in stream beds filtering detritus, while the adults do not feed and only spawn. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Pit-Klamath brook lamprey?
The Pit-Klamath brook lamprey has a snake-like body and is mainly brown.
Where does the Pit-Klamath brook lamprey live?
The Pit-Klamath brook lamprey lives in fresh water and is mostly found around sand or mud bottom. North America: USA
How big does the Pit-Klamath brook lamprey get?
The Pit-Klamath brook lamprey grows to a maximum of about 22 cm. On average the species is around 14 cm.
Is the Pit-Klamath brook lamprey dangerous to humans?
No, the Pit-Klamath brook lamprey is harmless to humans. This species is harmless to humans. No specific first aid is needed. Still handle the fish with care: mind the fin rays and the sharp edges of the gill cover, and rinse any scratch with clean water and cover it. For a dirty or deep wound check tetanus status.
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Same genus Entosphenus
More from the family Petromyzontidae
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