Alaska's Ancient Lampreys

Why change a good thing? These primitive, jawless fish have been making a splash since long before dinosaurs. Trent Sutton from the University of Alaska Fairbanks and Sabrina Garcia from the Alaska Department of Fish and Game bring their knowledge about Alaska's species. Love lamprey? We have more episodes you might enjoyS2:E3 "Sea Lamprey: It's Complicated!" digs into the duality of Sea Lamprey, a prehistoric fish with a complicated reputation across its natural and introduced range. Guests Stephen Coghlan (University of Maine) and Marc Gaden (Great Lakes Fishery Commission) help tackle this nuanced topic through the lens of science and history. S2:E44 "First Food: Pacific Lamprey" discusses the amazing Pacific Lamprey with guests Kelly Coates (Cow Creek Band of Umpqua Tribe of Indians) and Jeremy FiveCrows (Nez Perce Tribe). S3:E17 "Ancient Eats: Royal Lamprey Pie" takes listeners across the pond to England to learn about the famous royal lamprey pies of Gloucester, a rather recent connection to the North American Great Lakes, and a prelude to the coronation of Charles the Third. Read more: https://www.fws.gov/story/note-lampreys