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Meaning of sea lamprey
Wordnet
sea lamprey (n)
large anadromous lamprey sometimes used as food; destructive of native fish fauna in the Great Lakes
Webster
sea lamprey ()
The common lamprey.
sea lamprey Sentence Examples
- The invasive sea lamprey has severely impacted native fish populations in the Great Lakes.
- Scientists are actively researching methods to control the spread of sea lampreys.
- The parasitic sea lamprey attaches itself to host fish, feeding on their blood.
- Electric barriers are used to block the migration of sea lampreys into spawning areas.
- Lamprey pheromones have been used as a lure in traps designed to capture sea lampreys.
- The sea lamprey was once a delicacy among Native American tribes.
- The oral disc of the sea lamprey is equipped with sharp teeth that it uses to latch onto its prey.
- The sea lamprey's body is characterized by a long, slender shape with a dark coloration.
- The parasitic nature of the sea lamprey has caused significant economic losses in the fishing industry.
- While sea lampreys are fascinating creatures, their presence in the Great Lakes is considered a threat to the ecosystem.
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large anadromous lamprey sometimes used as food; destructive of native fish fauna in the Great LakesThe common lamprey.
No synonyms found.
No antonyms found.
The invasive sea lamprey has severely impacted native fish populations in the Great Lakes.
Scientists are actively researching methods to control the spread of sea lampreys.
The parasitic sea lamprey attaches itself to host fish, feeding on their blood.
Electric barriers are used to block the migration of sea lampreys into spawning areas.
