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The Utah chub (Gila atraria) is a freshwater fish of the family Cyprinidae that grows up to 56 cm.
Description
The Utah chub is a cyprinid from western North America, originally from the Bonneville basin and the upper Snake River. The species grows to about 56 cm and has a stocky, dark olive-green to bronze body. It is highly adaptable and lives in lakes, reservoirs and rivers, where as an omnivore it eats algae, invertebrates, zooplankton and small fish. The fish is harmless to humans and is assessed as Least Concern (LC) by the IUCN.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Utah chub?
The Utah chub has a torpedo-shaped body, is mainly brown and shows a plain pattern. Stocky, highly adaptable cyprinid of lakes and reservoirs
Where does the Utah chub live?
The Utah chub lives in fresh water and is mostly found around mixed bottom. Western North America
How big does the Utah chub get?
The Utah chub grows to a maximum of about 56 cm. On average the species is around 18 cm.
Is the Utah chub dangerous to humans?
No, the Utah chub is harmless to humans. This species is harmless to humans. No specific first aid is needed. Still handle the fish with care: mind the fin rays and the sharp edges of the gill cover, and rinse any scratch with clean water and cover it. For a dirty or deep wound check tetanus status.
Is the Utah chub edible?
The Utah chub is rarely eaten.
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Same genus Gila
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