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Do Lampreys Have Gill Covering?


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Explanation:

Lampreys:

  1. The sea lamprey is a parasitic fish found in the Atlantic Ocean's northern and western hemispheres.
  2. Lampreys are frequently incorrectly referred to as "lamprey eels" due to their similar body forms.

Gills:

  1. A gill is a respiratory organ found in many aquatic species that allows them to collect dissolved oxygen from water and expel carbon dioxide.
  2. Lampreys are devoid of scales, fins, and gill coverings.
  3. Their skeletons, like sharks', are comprised of cartilage.
  4. They breathe through seven pairs of tiny gill holes positioned behind their mouths and eyes.

Final answer: No. Lampreys do not have gill covering.


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