Northern Hog Sucker (Hypentelium nigricans)

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Northern Hog Sucker

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Northern Hog Sucker

Hypentelium nigricans

Difficulty

Challenging

Min. Tank Size

568 Litres (150 US G.)

Size

55-61 cm (21.7-24")

sg

Freshwater

pH

6.5 - 7.5

Temp.

15 -22 °C (59-71.6°F)

Water Hardness

6-16 °d

Stocking Ratio

1:1 M:F

Availability

Rare

Diet

Carnivore
Pellet Foods
Flake Foods
Live Foods

Life Span

8-15 years

Habitat

North America

Family

Catostomidae




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Additional names

Northern Hog Sucker

Additional scientific names

Catostomus nigricans
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