Spawning sea lampreys influence macroinvertebrate communities in streams

Sea lampreys (Petromyzon marinus) are a jawless species of fish native to the northern Atlantic Ocean and Mediterranean Sea. They have a complex life cycle that begins and ends in […]
Effects of dam removals on riverine fish assemblages

In many rivers throughout the world, dams have greatly altered the aquatic ecosystem. These structures block migratory routes for anadromous species that live in saltwater and migrate into freshwater to […]
Sea lamprey: An invasive species with a long and devastating history in the Laurentian Great Lakes

Imagine a large, suction-like mouth ringed with pointy teeth that seeks out flesh to latch onto and draw blood from. In this case, I’m not describing vampires or other fantasy […]