Speckled Dace

The Speckled Dace (Rhinichthys osculus) is arguably the most widespread, ubiquitous native freshwater fish in the American West. Ranging from glacier-fed torrents in the Pacific Northwest to scorching desert springs in the Mojave, this adaptable little minnow owes its...

Black Redhorse

The Black Redhorse (Moxostoma duquesnei) is an exceptionally sleek, cool-water freshwater fish native to the pristine upland streams of eastern North America. Named for its dark, slate-grey to dark olive dorsal coloration and silvery flanks, it was named by French...

Golden Redhorse

The Golden Redhorse (Moxostoma erythrurum) is one of the most widespread and attractively colored native suckers in North America’s river systems. Named for its shimmering brassy-golden scales and translucent slate-yellow fins, it is an essential benthic grazer...

Northern Hog Sucker

The Northern Hog Sucker (Hypentelium nigricans) is a distinctive, bottom-dwelling freshwater fish native to clean, rocky streams across eastern North America. Instantly recognizable by its heavy, squared-off head, wide-set bulging eyes, and bold dark saddle markings,...