Persian chub
📖 Overview
Persian chub (Acanthobrama persidis) is a ray-finned fish of the family Cyprinidae. It inhabits freshwater waters. This species can reach a maximum total length of 9.7 cm. With a trophic level of 2.9, it is a low-level carnivore, feeding on invertebrates and small organisms. Commercially fished and consumed as food.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 3; Dorsal soft rays (total): 6 - 7; Anal spines: 3; Anal soft rays: 7 - 10. This species is distinguished by the following characters: pharyngeal tooth count of 1.5-4.1; branched dorsal-fin rays, modally 7. Colouration: peritoneum is light colored but with numerous melanophores; flanks with a lateral stripe evident posteriorly but fading anteriorly and not reaching the head .Cross section: compressed.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Persian chub is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; benthopelagic. Subtropical
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🍽️ Edibility & Flavour
"Persian chub is an edible species."
- Clear, bright eyes — cloudy eyes indicate age
- Firm flesh that springs back when pressed
- Fresh ocean smell, never strong or ammonia-like
- Bright red or pink gills, not grey or brown
- Shiny, moist skin with scales tightly attached
- Cloudy or sunken eyes
- Strong fishy or ammonia odour
- Soft, mushy flesh that doesn't spring back
- Discoloured or dry flesh
⚡ Nutrition
Detailed nutritional data for Persian chub is currently being compiled from USDA FoodData Central.
🔬 Mercury Safety
Mercury data for Persian chub has not yet been assigned. Please consult FDA/EPA guidance for general seafood safety advice.
🌿 Sustainability
🔬 Full Nutritional Profile
Per 100g - Raw, per 100g - Source: USDA FoodData Central templates (generic fish average)
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Leuciscus persidis | Coad | 1981 | Synonym |
| Petroleuciscus persidis | Coad | 1981 | Synonym |
| Pseudophoxinus persidis | Coad | 1981 | Synonym |
| Squalius persidis | Coad | 1981 | Synonym |
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect Persian chub.
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 1 records indexed .
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