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European Chub

Squalius cephalus

Also known as Common Chub

The European Chub is a robust freshwater fish with a broad head, cylindrical body, and large dark-edged scales. It occupies both flowing and still water, often holding beneath cover or near current seams and taking an unusually broad range of food.

Freshwater FishBroad-headed CyprinidFlexible Omnivore
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Least ConcernConservation statusIUCN Red List categoriesLCNTVUENCREWEXLeast ConcernRed List categories, explained →
Key facts
Diet & preyCaddisfly larvae, Crayfish, Small fish
Predators
  • Otters
  • Cormorants
  • Pike
ThreatsPollution, barriers, channel modification, low flows, invasive species, and warming water
HabitatsRivers, streams, canals, lakes, and reservoirs with cover and moderate current
Life spanCommonly 10 to 20 years
Classification
  1. OrderCypriniformes
  2. FamilyCyprinidae
  3. GenusSqualius
  4. SpeciesSqualius cephalus
Range & activity
Range data is not available yet.
Safe observation
Interaction riskLow
  1. Low
  2. Moderate
  3. High
  4. Very high
Why interaction risk is low
Observe from stable banks and follow local fishing and release regulations.
Responsible observation
  • Shape: Note the broad head and large scales with dark rear edges.
  • Water: Scan shaded pools, bridge cover, and current boundaries.
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