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Northern Brook Lamprey

🔬 Ichthyomyzon fossor

A small, non-parasitic native lamprey found in clean, sandy streams. Does not feed as an adult. Important indicator of stream health.

🌿 Northern Brook Lamprey Habitat & Behavior

DNR records show Northern Brook Lamprey present in 396 Michigan water bodies.

🌊 Where to Catch Northern Brook Lamprey in Michigan

Lake County Population
Albany Creek Chippewa Good
Ankadosh Creek Chippewa Good
Anna River Alger Good
Au Sable River Crawford Good
Au Sable River Crawford Good
Au Sable River Iosco Good
Au Sable River Oscoda Good
Au Sable River (East Branch) Crawford Good
Au Sable River (East Branch) Crawford Good
Au Sable River (North Branch) Crawford Good
Au Sable River (North Branch) Crawford Good
Au Sable River (South Branch) Crawford Good
Au Sable River (South Branch) Roscommon Good
Au Sable River (South Branch) Crawford Good
Au Train River Alger Good
Augusta Creek Kalamazoo Good
Bad River Saginaw Good
Baldwin River Lake Good
Barber Creek Allegan Good
Bark River Delta Good
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