Species guide
How to catch Macedonia brook lamprey
Caspiomyzon hellenicus
freshwaterPetromyzontidae
The Macedonia brook lamprey is a small, eel-like freshwater fish native to Europe. It has a slender body shape and is not considered a game fish. This species is a predator that hunts small aquatic macrofauna.
Where they live
Found in shallow freshwater environments in Europe, typically within 1 meter of depth. Prefers clean, flowing streams or brooks.
Typical size
Up to about 19 cm
What they eat
- small aquatic macrofauna
Best baits
- small worm
- insect larvae
Best lures
- tiny soft plastic lure
- small jig
How to fish for them
- light spinning
- micro jigging
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