Summary

The recent cuts to the US Fish and Wildlife Service will likely have severe consequences for managing sea lamprey populations. Without sufficient funding, the service will struggle to effectively monitor and control sea lamprey growth.r The ecological impact of unchecked sea lamprey populations cannot be overstated.

Native fish species that are already vulnerable to extinction face significant threats from these parasitic creatures. If left unaddressed, the consequences of inaction will be catastrophic.

Regulatory gaps and reduced enforcement will only exacerbate the problem, allowing sea lamprey populations to run amok.