Cavedano Chub
NameCavedano Chub
Scientific NameSqualius cephalus
Common NamesEuropean Chub, Common Chub, Cavedano
FamilyCyprinidae
OriginEurope, Asia
Temperamentsemi-aggressive
Dietomnivore
Care Levelintermediate
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)200
Max Size (Inches)24
Water TypeFreshwater
Temperature Range (°F)40-75
pH Range6.5-8.0
Compatible SpeciesOrfe, Tench, Larger temperate minnows, Larger temperate perch species
Description
The Cavedano Chub (*Squalius cephalus*) is a large, active freshwater fish native to rivers and lakes across Europe and parts of Asia. Known for its robust, torpedo-shaped body and large scales, it is an opportunistic omnivore that can grow quite substantial in size. While generally peaceful, it can prey on smaller fish, making it suitable for very large, coldwater setups or ponds with appropriately sized tankmates.
