The most common and widespread sucker in Michigan. Found in virtually every lake and stream. Important forage for large predators. Caught on worms and targeted with dip nets in spring.
| Lake | County | Population | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 40th Street Pond | St. Clair | — | |
| Ackerman Lake | Alger | — | |
| Addis Lake(s) | Alger | — | |
| Albany Creek | Chippewa | — | |
| Alberta Pond | Baraga | — | |
| Alcona Pond | Alcona | — | |
| Algoe Lake | Lapeer | — | |
| Alma Impoundment | Gratiot | — | |
| Ambrose Lake | Ogemaw | — | |
| Ankadosh Creek | Chippewa | — | |
| Anna River | Alger | — | |
|
Arbutus Lake
510 acres
|
Grand Traverse | — | |
| Arcadia Lake | Manistee | — | |
| Arfelin Lake | Marquette | — | |
| Arnold Lake | Clare | — | |
| Au Sable Lake | Ogemaw | — | |
| Au Sable River | Crawford | — | |
| Au Sable River | Crawford | — | |
| Au Sable River | Iosco | — | |
| Au Sable River | Oscoda | — |
No stocking records are on file for White Sucker.
This is common for several reasons: this species may reproduce naturally and not require stocking (e.g. Largemouth Bass, Northern Pike), it may be managed under a different program not tracked here, or records may predate our database. For the most current data, check the Michigan DNR Stocking Database directly.