quillback

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An American fresh-water fish (Ictiobus, / Carpiodes, cyprinus); -- called also carp sucker, sailfish, spearfish, and skimback.

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It has large, reflective, silver cycloid scales that are responsible for giving the Quillback its characteristic silver color. Source: Internet

The Quillback (Carpiodes cyprinus) is a type of freshwater fish of the sucker family. citation It is deeper-bodied than most suckers, leading to a carplike appearance. Source: Internet

Conservation status The Quillback is currently at risk for extinction in various states throughout North America including Vermont, New York and Michigan. Source: Internet

Distribution and habitat The Quillback Carpsucker is found throughout much of North America, from Saskatchewan to Florida, and from South Dakota to Alabama. Source: Internet

In Minnesota, and other areas of the United States, the Quillback does not provide any economic benefit to humans because it is not a commercial fish. Source: Internet

Quillback are typically 15-20 inches on average, weighing between 1 and 4 pounds. Source: Internet

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