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Spotted sucker

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The spotted sucker (Minytrema melanops) is a fish that is frequently encountered but unusually found in large numbers. The fish gets its name from 8-12 parallel rows of dark spots at the scale bases on the back and sides.

The fish has thin lips and a horizontal mouth. These fish can reach a length of about 19 inches.[1]

Spotted suckers are widely found throughout the central, and southeastern United States and reach southern Canada.[2]

References

  1. ^ Spotter Sucker - Minytrema melanops
  2. ^ Freshwater Fish Idenitification
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