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Shorthead Redhorse

🔬 Moxostoma macrolepidotum

A common redhorse found in rivers and lakes statewide. One of the most frequently caught sucker species. Targeted with worms during spring spawning runs.

🌿 Shorthead Redhorse Habitat & Behavior

DNR records show Shorthead Redhorse present in 1255 Michigan water bodies.

🌊 Where to Catch Shorthead Redhorse in Michigan

Lake County Population
40th Street Pond St. Clair Good
Ackerman Lake Alger Good
Addis Lake(s) Alger Good
Albany Creek Chippewa Good
Alberta Pond Baraga Good
Alcona Pond Alcona Good
Algoe Lake Lapeer Good
Alma Impoundment Gratiot Good
Ambrose Lake Ogemaw Good
Ankadosh Creek Chippewa Good
Anna River Alger Good
Arbutus Lake
510 acres
 Grand Traverse Good
Arcadia Lake Manistee Good
Arfelin Lake Marquette Good
Arnold Lake Clare Good
Au Sable Lake Ogemaw Good
Au Sable River Crawford Good
Au Sable River Crawford Good
Au Sable River Iosco Good
Au Sable River Oscoda Good
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