ND White Sucker Fishing Guide

Sucker Family: Suckers are native fish and as their name implies, have sucker-like mouths with large lips and no teeth. They are suited to feed on the bottom and serve as forage for other fish.

Identification: No spines in its fins Many small scales Ranges from a dark color above to a light color below, being darker in color during the spawning season

Notes: White suckers are found in both rivers and lakes and may be taken by anglers who fish with worms on the bottom. White suckers may become overabundant in lakes and must be managed to allow room for other more desirable fish to live. It is not legal to use suckers in most North Dakota waters as baitfish to prevent introduction and overpopulation of suckers in area waters. This management technique is used to prevent introduction and overpopulation of suckers in area waters.

Habitat & Range

White suckers are found in both rivers and lakes and may be taken by anglers who fish with worms on the bottom. White suckers may become overabundant in lakes and must be managed to allow room for other more desirable fish to live. It is not legal to use suckers in most North Dakota waters as baitfish to prevent introduction and overpopulation of suckers in area waters. This management technique is used to prevent introduction and overpopulation of suckers in area waters.

Fishing Season

Open year-round (April 1 – March 31)

License & Regulations

A valid North Dakota fishing license is required for anglers 16 and older. Resident and non-resident licenses are available. Two free fishing days per year (typically in June and December) allow fishing without a license. Purchase licenses online through the North Dakota Game and Fish Department website.

References

• North Dakota — White Sucker