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Sea Lamprey (Petromyzon marinus) adult pair, spawning in redd nest on stony riverbed, River Test, Hampshire, England
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Sea Lamprey (Petromyzon marinus) adult pair, spawning in redd nest on stony riverbed, River Test, Hampshire, England
Sea Lamprey (Petromyzon marinus) adult pair, spawning in redd nest on stony riverbed, River Test, Hampshire, England, June
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© FLPA/Jack Perks
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Love is in the Riverbed! Sea Lamprey Couple Spawns a Romantic Redd Nest in Hampshire, England". In this snapshot captured by FLPA photographer Jack Perks, we witness an enchanting underwater love story unfold. Meet our stars of the show - a pair of adult Sea Lampreys engaging in their annual spawning ritual on the stony riverbed of River Test, Hampshire. As if straight out of a fairy tale, these European beauties have found their perfect nesting spot amidst the pebbles and rocks. With meticulous precision, they construct their redd nest to provide a safe haven for their offspring-to-be. It's not just any ordinary courtship; it's an extraordinary display of breeding behavior that showcases nature's wonders. These migratory lampreys have traveled far and wide to reunite in this idyllic location. Their synchronized movements are nothing short of mesmerizing as they engage in copulation within the protective walls of their redd nest. But wait! There's more to this story than meets the eye. These fascinating creatures are known for being parasitic migrants who latch onto other fish during certain stages of life. However, today we see them embracing parenthood with grace and tenderness. So let us celebrate this magical moment where romance meets biology beneath the crystal-clear waters. It reminds us that even in nature's depths, love finds its way – creating beautiful memories that will ripple through generations to come.
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