Notchlip Redhorse
NameNotchlip Redhorse
Scientific NameMoxostoma collapsum
Common NamesNotchlip Redhorse, Notchlip Sucker
FamilyCatostomidae
OriginSoutheastern United States, Atlantic Slope drainages
Temperamentpeaceful
Dietomnivore
Care Levelintermediate
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)180
Max Size (Inches)20
Water TypeFreshwater
Temperature Range (°F)60-75
pH Range6.5-7.5
Compatible SpeciesOther large suckers, Large minnows, Temperate bass (in very large tanks), Large peaceful catfish
Description
The Notchlip Redhorse is a large, bottom-dwelling freshwater fish native to the southeastern United States. It is characterized by its reddish fins and a distinctive notch in its lower lip, which it uses to scrape food from surfaces. This peaceful species is an omnivore, feeding on insects, detritus, and algae.
