Sicklefin redhorse
📖 Overview
Sicklefin redhorse (Moxostoma ugidatli) is a ray-finned fish of the family Catostomidae. It inhabits freshwater waters in benthic environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 44.7 cm. With a trophic level of 3.1, it is a low-level carnivore, feeding on invertebrates and small organisms.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal soft rays (total): 12 - 14; Anal soft rays: 7. This species is distinguished from its congeners by the following set of characters: moderate to strongly falcate dorsal fin with first 1-3 rays generally extending beyond the last dorsal fin ray when adpressed and by having plicate lower lips that branch distally and exhibit deeply branched grooves and deeply transected ridges, particularly posteriorly; moderately molariform teeth on the lower portion of a heavy pharyngeal arch; red caudal fin .: elongated; Cross section: oval.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Sicklefin redhorse is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Sicklefin redhorse is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Reproduction data for Sicklefin redhorse is currently being compiled.
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; demersal. Subtropical North America: USA.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🔍 Similar Species
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