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Spotted Sucker

Minytrema melanops

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Actinopterygii ›Order: Cypriniformes ›Family: Catostomidae ›Genus: Minytrema

About

The spotted sucker (Minytrema melanops) is a species of sucker (fish) that is native to eastern North America. The spotted sucker inhabits deep pools of small to medium rivers over clay, sand or gravel. They are occasionally found in creeks and large rivers. Through its life stages, the spotted sucker goes from a mid-depth predator to a bottom forager. Spotted suckers have a lifespan of approximately six years and spawn in April and May. Limited knowledge...

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Spotted Sucker?
The scientific name of Spotted Sucker is Minytrema melanops.
What is the conservation status of Spotted Sucker?
The Spotted Sucker has a conservation status of Least Concern.
What kingdom does Spotted Sucker belong to?
Spotted Sucker belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Spotted Sucker belong to?
Spotted Sucker belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Spotted Sucker belong to?
Spotted Sucker belongs to the class Actinopterygii.
What order does Spotted Sucker belong to?
Spotted Sucker belongs to the order Cypriniformes.
What family does Spotted Sucker belong to?
Spotted Sucker belongs to the family Catostomidae.
What genus does Spotted Sucker belong to?
Spotted Sucker belongs to the genus Minytrema.