less than 1 minute read

Chub



Chub, any of several small, freshwater carp (family Cyprinidae) found in flowing waters, common to Europe and North America. The chub, 4–12 in (10–31 cm) long, has a large head and wide mouth and is usually a gray-brown or blue and silver color. Being a generally coarse and bony fish, it is not much valued as food, but is popularly used for bait and is caught for sport.



Additional topics

21st Century Webster's Family Encyclopedia21st Century Webster's Family Encyclopedia - Children's literature to Clumber spaniel