Where Does Flannelmouth Sucker Live?

Flannelmouth Sucker lives in specific habitats. Knowing where to look helps you find and identify it.

Where to find Flannelmouth Sucker

Water type

freshwater

Depth

Typically found in shallow to moderately deep sections of rivers, often in depths of 1-5 meters, but can be found deeper.

Environment

Prefers large, clear to turbid rivers and larger streams with moderate to swift currents. Commonly found over gravel, cobble, or bedrock substrates, but also utilizes sandy and silty areas. Requires access to riffles for spawning and deeper pools for overwintering.

Geographic range

Native to the Colorado River basin and its major tributaries in the southwestern United States, including parts of Arizona, Colorado, New Mexico, Utah, and Wyoming. Its range has been somewhat reduced due to habitat alteration and dam construction.

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