Fishing for Desert sucker

Pantosteus clarkii

The desert sucker is a freshwater fish native to arid regions of the southwestern United States. It features a streamlined body with a flattened head and a sucker-like mouth. Typically reaching 12-16 inches and 1-2 pounds, it feeds on algae and detritus. Preferring fast-flowing streams and rivers, it exhibits a solitary and bottom-dwelling behavior. This summary is AI generated

Water type

Freshwater

IUCN Status

Least concern

Threat to humans

Harmless

Source: Fishbase

Best baits to catch Desert sucker

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North Fork Virgin River

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Wet Beaver Creek

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