The brook lamprey (Lampetra planeri) and Ukrainian lamprey (Eudontomyzon mariae) in the Czech Republic: general biology, ecology, distribution and status with recommendations for conservation

Abstract

At present two native lamprey species occur in the Czech Republic, namely the brook lamprey (Lampetra planeri) and the Ukrainian lamprey (Eudontomyzon mariae). Both species are listed under Annex II to the EU Habitats Directive (Directive 92/43/EEC), thereby requiring Member States to designate Special Areas of Conservation (SACs) for their conservation.

The paper summarizes knowledge about biology, ecology, distribution, monitoring of occurrence and action plans/recovery programmes for the mentioned species.

Keywords

• Lampetra
• planeri
• Ukrainian
• lamprey
• Eudontomyzon
• mariae
• Czech Republic
• general biology
• ecology
• distribution
• status
• recommendations for conservation