River Redhorse
Moxostoma carinatum
The River Redhorse is a large sucker species native to freshwater river systems in the southeastern United States. It has a distinctive reddish coloration on its fins and is known for its bottom-feeding habits.
River Redhorse at a glance
- Scientific name
- Moxostoma carinatum
- Typical size
- 12-20 inches, 1-4 lbs
- Water
- Freshwater
- Habitat
- Freshwater
- Rarity in the Fishdex™
- Uncommon
Habitat
River Redhorse inhabit medium to large rivers with moderate to swift current and rocky or gravel substrates. They are typically found in deeper pools and runs, feeding on bottom-dwelling invertebrates. Anglers occasionally catch them while fishing for other species using bottom baits.
Catch one and it is yours
Log a river redhorse through the Cobia Camera and this entry fills in with your photo, your personal best, and the exact conditions on the day. The app also carries the slot and season rules for wherever you are standing.
How the Fishdex™ worksRiver Redhorse questions people ask
River Redhorse is Moxostoma carinatum.
A typical river redhorse runs 12-20 inches, 1-4 lbs. Cobia records the length and weight of every river redhorse you log and keeps your personal best on its Fishdex entry.
River Redhorse inhabit medium to large rivers with moderate to swift current and rocky or gravel substrates. They are typically found in deeper pools and runs, feeding on bottom-dwelling invertebrates. Anglers occasionally catch them while fishing for other species using bottom baits. It is a fresh water species, filed under freshwater in the Fishdex.
Yes. Log one through the Cobia Camera and this entry fills in with your own photo, your personal best, and the conditions on the day you caught it. The app also carries the slot limits and season dates for wherever you are standing. It is free.
Tomorrow morning starts tonight
Set your home water, pick a drive radius, and wake up to a plan.
Android coming soon
iPhone, iOS 17 or later. Setup takes about a minute.