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Sea Lamprey (Petromyzon marinus) adult male, spent after having spawned, with scars and eye damage, on stony riverbed
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Sea Lamprey (Petromyzon marinus) adult male, spent after having spawned, with scars and eye damage, on stony riverbed
Sea Lamprey (Petromyzon marinus) adult male, spent after having spawned, with scars and eye damage, on stony riverbed, River Test, Hampshire, England, June
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Media ID 10395724
© FLPA/Jack Perks
Beds Bottom Cyclostome Cyclostomes Dead Death Fish Fishes Hampshire Jawless Lamprey Lampreys Migrant Migrants Migrated Migrating Migration Migrations Migratory Parasite Parasites Parasitic Petromyzontidae River Test Riverbed Riverbeds Scar Scarred Scars Sealife Spawn Spawning Spawns Stony Underwater Dying Spent
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Survivor of the Riverbed - The Battle-Scarred Sea Lamprey
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. In this image captured by FLPA photographer Jack Perks, we witness the aftermath of an epic journey. Meet our resilient protagonist, a male Sea Lamprey who has just completed his arduous spawning mission in the River Test, Hampshire. This battle-scarred aquatic warrior proudly displays his scars and eye damage as badges of honor earned during his migratory odyssey. Having traveled all the way from Europe's temperate waters to British shores, he now rests on a stony riverbed, basking in the glory of fulfilling his life's purpose. As we gaze upon him, it is impossible not to admire this remarkable creature's tenacity. Despite facing countless challenges along his migration route and battling parasites that have left their mark on him, he stands tall as a testament to resilience and determination. The serene summer backdrop adds an ethereal touch to this scene. The tranquil river waters flow gently around our hero while other fishes continue their own spawning rituals nearby. It is a reminder that life goes on even amidst death and decay. Let us celebrate this extraordinary survivor - a true symbol of nature's indomitable spirit! May his story inspire us all to face our own obstacles with unwavering strength and courage.
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