Record #:

34723

Author(s):

Beane, Jeff

Abstract:

North Carolina is home to over 29 species of sucker fish, and they exist in every river system in the state. They play an important role in the ecology of the river basins and are indicators of water quality, as they cannot survive in polluted areas. With some species in decline, it is important to ensure their survival.

Source:

Wildlife in North Carolina (NoCar SK 431 W54x), Vol. 81 Issue 1, Jan/Feb 2017, p36-39, il

Subject(s):

Fish species--North Carolina; Aquariums--North Carolina; Endangered species