Demystifying the Pacific Lamprey
<p>Pacific lamprey are misunderstood by many as ugly, scary, dangerous and of little value. But in reality, they carry an important role in the ecosystem and hold deep cultural significance for Native American Tribes. Pacific lamprey are a native and anadromous species — spending their lives in freshwater and to the ocean and back. They, like salmon, face challenges from climate change, passage barriers, habitat destruction and nonnative species, and we work with many others to conserve them. Don’t let your first impressions ruin the chance to get to know them!</p>
<p><strong>Pacific lamprey expert and Deputy Project Leader Christina Wang from the Columbia River Fish and Wildlife Conservation Office is here to shed some light about what’s really going on behind all of those teeth.</strong></p>
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