The Robust redhorse (Moxostoma robustum) is a freshwater fish of the family Catostomidae that grows up to 42 cm.
Description
The robust redhorse is a large sucker (Catostomidae) from fresh water of the southeastern United States. The species grows to about 42 cm and has a robust, elongate, copper-coloured body with a thick, underslung, fleshy sucker mouth and reddish fins. As a bottom-dweller it sucks up molluscs, small invertebrates and detritus over gravel bottoms of rivers. Through habitat loss the species has become rare. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Robust redhorse?
The Robust redhorse has a torpedo-shaped body and is mainly red-orange.
Where does the Robust redhorse live?
The Robust redhorse lives in fresh water and is mostly found around sand or mud bottom.
How big does the Robust redhorse get?
The Robust redhorse grows to a maximum of about 42 cm.
Is the Robust redhorse dangerous to humans?
No, the Robust redhorse is harmless to humans.
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Same genus Moxostoma
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