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The Blue chub (Gila coerulea) is a freshwater fish of the family Cyprinidae that grows up to 41 cm.
Description
The blue chub is a cyprinid (Leuciscidae) from western North America. The species has an elongate, silvery body with a bluish tinge on the back and a fairly large mouth. It inhabits rocky pools of creeks and small to large rivers and rocky shores of lakes and reservoirs. As an omnivore it feeds on insects, small zooplankton, algae and plant matter. The species is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Blue chub?
The Blue chub has a torpedo-shaped body, is mainly silver-grey and shows a plain pattern. Bluish tinge on the back; shoaling chub of rocky river pools and lake shores.
Where does the Blue chub live?
The Blue chub lives in fresh water and is mostly found around mixed bottom. Western North America; rocky pools of rivers and lakes.
How big does the Blue chub get?
The Blue chub grows to a maximum of about 41 cm. On average the species is around 22 cm.
Is the Blue chub dangerous to humans?
No, the Blue chub is harmless to humans. None required: this species is harmless to humans.
Is the Blue chub edible?
The Blue chub is rarely eaten.
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Same genus Gila
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