American Paddlefish


Fish Information

Species

American Paddlefish

Scientific Name

Polyodon spathula

IUCN Status

Vulnerable

Fish Group

Paddlefishes

Lifestyle

Demersal

Waters

Freshwater

Locations

Toledo Bend Reservoir

Region

North America

A paddlefish found in North America in the Mississippi River basin. Reaches up to 200 pounds, 87 inches.

Found at Toledo Bend Reservoir.