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Science Pub: Stuck On Pacific Lamprey
While they might not be the cutest fish in the Columbia Basin, they are certainly the oldest. Lampreys date back before dinosaurs, predating beetles and even TREES. Here in the Columbia Basin, Pacific Lamprey play a vital role in the ecology, culture, and watershed health of the region. This talk will cover the biology, cultural impact, and threats facing this fascinating ancient fish.
Jeremy FiveCrows received a BS in Conservation Biology — a background that allows him to take complex information related to the work of the Columbia River Inter-Tribal Fish Commission and distill it for general audiences. Jeremy was born and raised on the Nez Perce Indian Reservation, often traveling throughout the Nez Perce homeland with his family on hunting, fishing, and berry-picking trips. These travels instilled in him a strong sense of place and a dedication to preserving the environment. By sharing both the scientific work of CRITFC and its member tribes as well as their traditions and culture, he is able to present a broader understanding of the tribes and their connection to salmon and other natural resources.
Christina Wang served as a fish biologist for the Columbia River Fish and Wildlife Conservation Office of the US Fish and Wildlife Service for 22 years. She started as a lamprey field biologist, served as the non-salmonid program manager, and then switched to conservation planning when the Lamprey Initiative commenced in 2008. Christina has an M.S. in Marine Biology from California State University, Long Beach, where she studied the population genetics of Kelp Bass.