“Not a Fish, Not Friendly… What Is This Thing?!”

🐍🔍 Things About Lampreys ✸They Look Like Vampires! 🧛‍♂️ Lampreys have a circular, jawless mouth lined with rows of sharp teeth. They latch onto other fish and suck their blood—giving them a seriously spooky reputation! ✸Not True Fish 🐟❌ Although they live in water, lampreys aren't classified as true fish. They're jawless vertebrates, part of an ancient lineage that's more primitive than modern fish. ✸They Can Live in Fresh or Salt Water 🌊🏞️ Lampreys are anadromous—born in freshwater, they migrate to the ocean to grow, and return to freshwater to reproduce, much like salmon. ✸Teeth on Their Tongue! 👅🦷 Instead of jaws, lampreys use a toothed, rough tongue to scrape through the skin of their host. It’s like nature’s own drill! ✸They Don’t Live Long After Mating 💔 After they spawn, lampreys typically die shortly afterward. Their entire adult life is geared toward one final reproductive mission. Like and subscribe for more brain fuel discoveries! https://www.tiktok.com/@dbrainfuel https://www.instagram.com/dbrainfuel/ https://www.youtube.com/@d-brainfuel https://www.facebook.com/people/D-Brain-Fuel/61574529035003/