Aquatic Species at Risk, Lake Chubsucker (Erimyzon sucetta)

Aquatic Species at Risk, Lake Chubsucker (Erimyzon sucetta)

SARA Status: Endangered

Several horizontal sections on this infographic show the following:

An illustration of the Lake Chubsucker (Erimyzon sucetta), showing the following aspects labelled:

• A rounded snout and a downward facing small sucker mouth
• A dark olive to greenish-bronze back
• A green-yellow to yellow-white belly
• 20 cm average length

The next section lists threats, including:

• habitat degradation
• sediment and nutrient loading
• invasive/introduced species/disease
• contaminants

A further section notes that in Canada the Lake Chubsucker is found within several watersheds including the:

• Ausable River
• Lake St. Clair
• Lake Erie
• Niagara River drainages

To the right of the infographic, a map of Ontario shows, by an overlaying rectangle, where the related population is found. Another map on the left of the infographic shows a magnified view of where the population is found by use of splotch markings.

A final section on the infographic notes that activities in or near water can harm aquatic species, and lists what you can do:

• do not remove riparian vegetation
• report any invasive species sightings
• protect sensitive habitat; contact DFO before doing any in-water work

The logo for the government of Canada is in the bottom left corner of the infographic.

Version 2024-03