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.

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🌊 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

🌿 Shorthead Redhorse Habitat & Behavior

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

📋 Quick Shorthead Redhorse Facts

Common name: Shorthead Redhorse
Scientific name: Moxostoma macrolepidotum
Listed in: 1255 Michigan lakes
Consumption: Safe to eat

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