Dixie Chub
NameDixie Chub
Scientific NameSemotilus thoreauianus
Common NamesDixie Chub
FamilyLeuciscidae
OriginSoutheastern United States, Mobile Bay drainage
Temperamentcommunity
Dietomnivore
Care Levelintermediate
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)55
Max Size (Inches)10
Water TypeFreshwater
Temperature Range (°F)60-75
pH Range6.5-7.5
Compatible SpeciesCreek Chub, Common Shiner, Various Darters, Smaller Suckers
Description
The Dixie Chub (Semotilus thoreauianus) is a robust, torpedo-shaped minnow native to the clear, cool streams and rivers of the southeastern United States. It typically displays an olive-brown back, silvery sides, and a pale belly, often with reddish or orange hues on the fins and lower body, particularly during breeding season. This omnivorous species is a hardy fish suitable for larger, temperate aquariums.
