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Mountain sucker

Pantosteus platyrhynchus

Family
Catostomidae
Max Length
25 cm
Max Weight
0.4 kg
IUCN Status
LC
Water Type
freshwater
Fishing Spots
4

Best Baits & Lures

Live Baits

  • Nightcrawlers

    Small pieces, lightly hooked.

  • Redworms

    Effective in clear water.

  • Mealworms

    Small and easy to handle.

  • Waxworms

    Good for attracting bites.

  • Stonefly nymphs

    Natural food source.

Artificial Lures

  • Mepps Aglia #0Spinner

    Small size is key.

    Buy
  • Blue Fox Vibrax Minnow Spin #1Spinner

    Silver or gold work well.

    Buy
  • Strike King Mr. Crappie Slab HammerSoft Plastic

    Use a small jighead.

    Buy
  • Bead Head Prince NymphFly

    Size 14 or smaller.

    Buy
  • Daiwa Crusader Spoon 1/16 ozSpoon

    Cast upstream, let it flutter down.

    Buy

Techniques

Fish near the bottom in riffles and runs, using a slow presentation with your bait or lure; Mountain suckers are bottom feeders.

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Where to Find Mountain sucker

Alberta, Canada2 spotsColorado, United States1 spots
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best bait for Mountain sucker?+

Popular baits for Mountain sucker include Nightcrawlers, Redworms, Mealworms, Waxworms, Stonefly nymphs. Tip: Fish near the bottom in riffles and runs, using a slow presentation with your bait or lure; Mountain suckers are bottom feeders.

Where can I catch Mountain sucker?+

Mountain sucker can be found in many locations worldwide. Top regions include Alberta, Canada; Colorado, United States. WikiCatch lists 4 fishing spots where this species is found.

How big do Mountain sucker get?+

Mountain sucker (Pantosteus platyrhynchus) can reach up to 25 cm in length and 0.4183 kg in weight. Their IUCN conservation status is LC.

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