The Bigeye jumprock (Moxostoma ariommum) is a freshwater fish of the family Catostomidae that grows up to 22 cm.
Description
The bigeye jumprock is a sucker endemic to the upper Roanoke River drainage in Virginia and North Carolina in the United States. The species grows to about 22 cm and has a streamlined body with conspicuously large eyes and an inferior, fleshy sucking mouth. As a bottom-dweller it stays in deep, rocky runs and pools among large boulders and scrapes small invertebrates and growth from the bottom. The fish is harmless to humans and is assessed as Least Concern (LC) by the IUCN.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Bigeye jumprock?
The Bigeye jumprock has an elongate, eel-like body, is mainly silver-grey and shows a plain pattern.
Where does the Bigeye jumprock live?
The Bigeye jumprock lives in fresh water and is mostly found around sand or mud bottom.
How big does the Bigeye jumprock get?
The Bigeye jumprock grows to a maximum of about 22 cm.
Is the Bigeye jumprock dangerous to humans?
No, the Bigeye jumprock is harmless to humans.
Is the Bigeye jumprock edible?
The Bigeye jumprock is rarely eaten.
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Same genus Moxostoma
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