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Whitefin sharksucker
Echeneis neucratoides
Family
Echeneidae
Max Length
75 cm
Max Weight
5 kg
IUCN Status
DD
Water Type
saltwater
Overview
The whitefin sharksucker or short-disk sharksucker, is a species of remora native to subtropical waters of the western Atlantic Ocean, Gulf of Mexico and Caribbean Sea. This fish can reach a length of 75 centimetres (30 in) TL though most fish do not exceed 50 centimetres (20 in) TL. It can be free-swimming, or can attach itself to a host fish or turtle by means of a sucker on the back of the head.
Frequently Asked Questions
How big do Whitefin sharksucker get?+
Whitefin sharksucker (Echeneis neucratoides) can reach up to 75 cm in length and 5 kg in weight. Their IUCN conservation status is DD.
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