Hog Sucker and Similar Species
Hypentelium nigricans
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Northern Hogsucker
Hypentelium nigricans
Key differences: This is the same species. There are no other Hypentelium species within its primary range that are commonly confused with it. Other suckers have different head shapes and mouth structures.
White Sucker
Catostomus commersonii
Key differences: The White Sucker has a more cylindrical body, a smaller, less flattened head, and its mouth is subterminal but lacks the extreme papillose development and ventral orientation of the Hog Sucker. It also lacks the distinct dorsal saddle markings.
Creek Chubsucker
Erimyzon oblongus
Key differences: The Creek Chubsucker has a more compressed body, a smaller mouth, and lacks the prominent, flattened head and papillose lips of the Hog Sucker. It also typically has a dark lateral stripe, which is absent in the Hog Sucker.
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