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Shoal Chub

Macrhybopsis hyostoma

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Actinopterygii ›Order: Cypriniformes ›Family: Leuciscidae ›Genus: Macrhybopsis

About

The shoal chub (Macrhybopsis hyostoma) is a freshwater ray-finned fish in the family Cyprinidae, the carps and minnows. It occurs in Mississippi River drainages from eastern Ohio to southern Minnesota and Nebraska south to Louisiana. Its preferred habitat is sand and gravel runs (shoals) of small to large rivers.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Shoal Chub?
The scientific name of Shoal Chub is Macrhybopsis hyostoma.
What kingdom does Shoal Chub belong to?
Shoal Chub belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Shoal Chub belong to?
Shoal Chub belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Shoal Chub belong to?
Shoal Chub belongs to the class Actinopterygii.
What order does Shoal Chub belong to?
Shoal Chub belongs to the order Cypriniformes.
What family does Shoal Chub belong to?
Shoal Chub belongs to the family Leuciscidae.
What genus does Shoal Chub belong to?
Shoal Chub belongs to the genus Macrhybopsis.