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The Bermuda chub (Kyphosus sectatrix) is a saltwater fish of the family Kyphosidae that grows up to 76 cm.
Atlantic Ocean; shallow waters over seagrass, sandy and rocky bottoms and coral reefs.
Description
The Bermuda chub is a reef fish of the sea chub family (Kyphosidae) from the Atlantic. The species grows to about 76 cm and has a deep, oval, silver-grey body with fine yellow streaks. It inhabits shallow waters over turtle grass, sand and rocky bottoms and around coral reefs, where it occurs in schools. As a predominantly herbivorous fish it grazes benthic algae and seagrass, supplemented with small invertebrates. Owing to its plant diet it has a long gut. The Bermuda chub is a local food fish. It is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Bermuda chub?
The Bermuda chub has a torpedo-shaped body, is mainly silver-grey and shows a plain pattern. Deep, silvery-grey body with fine yellow stripes; plant-eating shoaling fish with a long intestine.
Where does the Bermuda chub live?
The Bermuda chub lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around stony or rocky ground. Atlantic Ocean; shallow waters over seagrass, sandy and rocky bottoms and coral reefs.
How big does the Bermuda chub get?
The Bermuda chub grows to a maximum of about 76 cm. On average the species is around 50 cm.
Is the Bermuda chub dangerous to humans?
No, the Bermuda chub is harmless to humans. None required: this species is harmless to humans.
Is the Bermuda chub edible?
Yes, the Bermuda chub is commonly eaten.
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