Effects of texture on surface attachment of spawning-run sea lampreys Petromyzon marinus: a quantitative analysis

Authors: Adams; Reinhardt

Source: Journal of Fish Biology, Volume 73, Number 6, October 2008 , pp. 1464-1472(9)

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Abstract:

Adult sea lamprey Petromyzon marinus attachment strength by the oral sucker was quantified. Surfaces with shallow, rounded discontinuities into which the oral fimbriae could be folded yielded the strongest seal and some fish could control their mouths to improve `suction'. Narrow grooves of 1 mm width and 3 mm depth prevented P. marinus from creating a lasting attachment.

Keywords: oral disc; pressure; surface texture

Document Type: Research article

DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.1111/j.1095-8649.2008.01973.x

Affiliations: 1: Biology Department, Eastern Michigan University, Ypsilanti, MI 48197, U.S.A.

Publication date: 2008-10-01