July heralds the peak spawning season for the unique parasitic lamprey species the Sea Lamprey. The organisation Lamprey Watch are asking for anglers to report any sightings of Sea Lamprey spawning ……… which is an extraordinary sight
See https://envscot-csportal.org.uk/lampreywatch/2016/03/24/when-where-and-how-to-look-for-lampreys/
To learn more about these amazing creatures, their cousins the River Lamprey and Brook Lamprey (all of which have been recorded in the Devon) and how to report see Lamprey Watch’s website: