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Lampreys
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Definition
: Common name for the only family (Petromyzontidae) of eellike fish in the order Petromyzontiformes. They are jawless but have a sucking mouth with horny teeth.
Examples
Petromyzon
Other names
Petromyzontidae; Eels, Lamprey; Lamprey Eels; Lamprey Eel; Lamprey; Eel, Lamprey; Petromyzontiformes