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Sea Lamprey (Petromyzon marinus) adult female, digging redd nest on stony riverbed, River Test, Hampshire, England

Sea Lamprey (Petromyzon marinus) adult female, digging redd nest on stony riverbed, River Test, Hampshire, England


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Sea Lamprey (Petromyzon marinus) adult female, digging redd nest on stony riverbed, River Test, Hampshire, England

Sea Lamprey (Petromyzon marinus) adult female, digging redd nest on stony riverbed, River Test, Hampshire, England, June

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Beds Bottom Cyclostome Cyclostomes Digging Digs Fish Fishes Hampshire Jawless Lamprey Lampreys Migrant Migrants Migrated Migrating Migration Migrations Migratory Nest Nesting Nests Parasite Parasites Parasitic Petromyzontidae Pits River Test Riverbed Riverbeds Sealife Spawn Spawning Spawns Stony Underwater Redd


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Riverbed Romance - A Lamprey Love Story Unfolds in Hampshire!

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. In this snapshot, we witness the enchanting courtship ritual of a female Sea Lamprey as she meticulously digs her redd nest on the stony riverbed of River Test in Hampshire, England. With graceful finesse and determination, she creates the perfect spawning ground for her future offspring. As summer embraces the British Isles, these mysterious creatures embark on their annual migratory journey from European waters to our temperate shores. The lampreys' arrival signifies not only a natural wonder but also an intriguing spectacle of behavior rarely witnessed by human eyes. With no jaws or teeth to rely on, these parasitic migrants have evolved unique ways to survive and thrive. Their ability to migrate vast distances is awe-inspiring, making them true champions of endurance and adaptability. Against the backdrop of crystal-clear waters, this adult female lamprey demonstrates her nurturing instincts by excavating pits known as redds. These carefully crafted nests serve as cradles for their precious eggs until they hatch into new generations that will continue this ancient cycle. Join us in celebrating Mother Nature's artistry as we marvel at this underwater ballet performed by these jawless wonders. Let their fascinating migrations and intricate nesting rituals remind us that even in the depths of rivers lie tales waiting to be discovered!

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