Dusky Chub
NameDusky Chub
Scientific NameKyphosus analogus
Common NamesDusky Chub, Lowfin Chub, White Sea Chub
FamilyKyphosidae
OriginEastern Pacific Ocean, Southern California, Peru, Galapagos Islands
Temperamentsemi-aggressive
Dietomnivore
Care Leveladvanced
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)250
Max Size (Inches)24
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)72-78
pH Range8.1-8.4
Compatible SpeciesOther large tangs, Large angelfish, Robust groupers, Triggerfish (selected species)
Description
The Dusky Chub (Kyphosus analogus) is a large, robust marine fish found in the Eastern Pacific. It typically exhibits a dark grey to brownish body, often with faint horizontal stripes. These schooling omnivores primarily graze on algae but will also consume small invertebrates.
