Roanoke Hogsucker,  Hypentelium roanokense

 
Physical Description: 
�	Chunky hogsucker
�	Anterior body is foreshortened and stout
�	Large bumpy lips that protrude before the snout tip
�	Subterminal mouth
�	Silvery iridescences
�	Orange-brown stripe along the mid-side
�	Orange paired fins

Similar species: 
�	Northern hogsucker (Hypentelium nigricans)

Mean body size:
�	Adults are 60-100 mm standard length 

Habitat:
�	Cool and warm, moderate to high-gradient creeks and streams
�	Rocky, gravelly, sandy and moderately silted streams

Distribution in VA:
�	Only found in the upper and middle Roanoke drainage

Food Habits:  
�	Insect larvae, algae, and detritus

Reproductive Habits: 
�	Males mature at age one, females around age two
�	Spawning may occur March through May 

Population Status, Economic, or Ecological Importance: 

References:       

Jenkins, R.E and N.M. Burkhead. 1993. Freshwater Fishes of Virginia. American Fisheries Society, Bethesda, Maryland.

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