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Fish Species - Details
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REDHORSE SUCKER
(Moxostoma macrolepidotum)
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Other Common Names
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None
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Identifying Characteristics
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The shorthead is the most commonly observed member of the redhorse genus (Moxostoma) in
New York State.
Generally, redhorses have a dark back and silvery sides, giving a bronze or copper reflection.
They usually have paired fins with red, orange, or copper tint.
They range in average size from 10 to 18 inches and from 1 to several pounds.
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Habits and Habitat
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The shorthead redhorse prefers large lakes and streams.
As with other suckers, redhorses spawn in spring.
They are bottom feeders.
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Tackle and Techniques
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Use light- to medium-weight tackle and 4- to 6-pound-test line.
Fish on the bottom with worms, dew worms, or dough balls.
Suckers hit very lightly.
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Current State Record
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11 pounds, 11 ounces; caught by Joe Williams in the Salmon River on May 26, 1996.
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