The Cahita sucker (Catostomus cahita) is a freshwater fish of the family Catostomidae that grows up to 30 cm.
Description
The Cahita sucker is a sucker (Catostomidae) from clear rivers, streams and lakes of northwestern Mexico. The species grows to about 30 cm and has an elongate, silver-brown body with an inferior, fleshy, protrusible sucker mouth with thick lips. As a bottom-dweller it sucks small invertebrates, insect larvae, algae and detritus from sand, gravel and stones. It is locally a food fish. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Cahita sucker?
The Cahita sucker has an elongate, eel-like body and is mainly brown.
Where does the Cahita sucker live?
The Cahita sucker lives in fresh water and is mostly found around sand or mud bottom.
How big does the Cahita sucker get?
The Cahita sucker grows to a maximum of about 30 cm.
Is the Cahita sucker dangerous to humans?
No, the Cahita sucker is harmless to humans.
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Same genus Catostomus
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