Hornyhead Chub
NameHornyhead Chub
Scientific NameNocomis biguttatus
Common NamesHornyhead Chub
FamilyCyprinidae
OriginNorth America, Central United States, Eastern United States, Great Lakes Basin, Mississippi River Basin
Temperamentcommunity
Dietomnivore
Care Levelintermediate
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)75
Max Size (Inches)10
Water TypeFreshwater
Temperature Range (°F)60-72
pH Range6.5-7.5
Compatible SpeciesDarters, Other native Chubs, Shiners, Larger Dace, Stonerollers
Description
The Hornyhead Chub is a North American minnow characterized by the distinctive breeding tubercles (horny growths) that develop on the heads of males during spawning season. They prefer clear, cool, flowing streams and rivers with gravel or rocky bottoms. This species is an active bottom-dweller that forages for insects and plant matter.
