Ozark Chub
NameOzark Chub
Scientific NameMacrhybopsis notata
Common NamesOzark Chub, Slender Chub
FamilyCyprinidae
OriginNorth America, Ozark Highlands, Arkansas, Missouri, Oklahoma, Kansas
Temperamentpeaceful
Dietomnivore
Care Levelintermediate
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)55
Max Size (Inches)5
Water TypeFreshwater
Temperature Range (°F)60-75
pH Range6.5-7.5
Compatible SpeciesOther native North American minnows, Darters, Suckers, Sculpins
Description
The Ozark Chub is a slender, silvery minnow native to the clear, cool streams of the Ozark Highlands. It features a distinctive lateral stripe of dark spots and prefers rocky or gravelly substrates. These peaceful, schooling fish are important components of their native ecosystems.
