Rio Grande Chub
NameRio Grande Chub
Scientific NameGila pandora
Common NamesRio Grande Chub
FamilyCyprinidae
OriginNorth America, Rio Grande Basin, Colorado, New Mexico, Texas
Temperamentcommunity
Dietomnivore
Care Levelintermediate
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)30
Max Size (Inches)8
Water TypeFreshwater
Temperature Range (°F)60-75
pH Range6.5-8.0
Compatible SpeciesOther native North American minnows, Dace, Suckers, Small native sunfish
Description
The Rio Grande Chub is a native North American minnow species found in the Rio Grande basin. It has a slender body, an olive-green back, and silvery sides, often with reddish fins during breeding. This hardy fish is an important component of its native aquatic ecosystems.
