248 FAUNA OF SHROPSHIRE. 



Mud Lamprey, or Sand Pride. The smallest of the three 



P. branchialis. species, rarely exceeding ten inches in 



length. It closely resembles the last 



in habits and appearance, and is common in our brooks. 



It is said to die directly after spawning. Sea fishermen 



use it commonly for bait, for, as in the other species, the 



adult is found in the sea. 



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