Petromyzon marinus

Eels and others

Sea lamprey
Große lampetre
Zeeprik
Lamproie
Llampresa
Lampreda di mare

Distribution

The temperate Atlantic
The Mediterranean

Environment and movement of the diurnal species

The species is generally found in the open sea.
The species is generally seen moving in its environment.
The species can be found between 1 and 2200 Meters.
Rare species.

General behaviour of the species

The species is migrating
Species generally solitary
The species is a parasite of other fish
The animal is rather indifferent to the diver, though it remains on its guard

General characteristics of the species

Maximum size : 120 cm
Maximum age known : 9 year(s)
The animal is mostly a carrion eater.

Relationship with humans

The species is good to eat