Pacific Lamprey
NamePacific Lamprey
Scientific NameEntosphenus tridentatus
Common NamesPacific Lamprey, Three-toothed Lamprey
FamilyPetromyzontidae
OriginNorth Pacific Ocean, North America (Pacific coast), Asia (Pacific coast)
Temperamentaggressive
Dietcarnivore
Care Levelexpert
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)500
Max Size (Inches)30
Water TypeBrackish
Temperature Range (°F)40-60
pH Range6.5-8.0
Description
Pacific Lampreys are anadromous, jawless fish known for their parasitic adult stage where they attach to other fish. They possess a distinctive disc-like mouth lined with teeth. These ancient fish undergo significant metamorphosis, spending their larval stage in freshwater before migrating to the ocean.
