Next Public Meeting: “Lamprey: an ancient fish with current importance”

Tues, April 29, 6 – 7:45 p.m.
Veneta Community Center
25192 E. Broadway Ave., Veneta

 

“Lamprey: an ancient fish with a rich biological and cultural history”

 

Speakers & Topics

Lance Wyss, fish biologist at Calapooia, South Santiam & North Santiam Watershed Councils

Western Brook Lamprey_Gary Susac, ODFW
Western brook lamprey are the smaller cousins of
Pacific lamprey, and live entirely in freshwater
streams and are not parasitic.
Photo by Gary Susac, ODFW
  • The different species of lamprey in the region, and their biology
  • Interesting facts about lamprey biology and life history
  • Ways to improve lamprey habitat and access to spawning grounds

Gabe Sheoships, Cayuse/Walla Walla Tribal Citizen, M.S. Candidate at OSU Fisheries & Wildlife

  • The cultural significance of lamprey, and why their decline matter
  • Why lamprey are important as a First Food for Native American tribes

 

Read more in our April Newsletter

For more information, Rob: 541-338-7060 or operations@longtom.org