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European chub
Squalius cephalus
Overview
Squalius cephalus, the common chub, European chub or simply chub, is a species of freshwater ray-finned fish belonging to the family Leuciscidae, the daces, Eurasian minnows and related fishes. This species is found in Europe where it frequents both slow and moderate rivers, as well as canals, lakes and still waterbodies of various kinds.
Best Baits & Lures
Live Baits
- Maggots
Highly effective, especially in cooler water.
- Worms
Classic choice, use smaller sizes.
- Grasshoppers
Great summer bait near vegetation.
- Crickets
Another excellent summer choice.
- Bread
Good for surface fishing, especially in stillwaters.
Artificial Lures
- Mepps Aglia Longcast #2SpinnerBuy
Cast far in rivers and retrieve slowly.
- Rapala Original Floater 07CrankbaitBuy
Twitch near structure.
- Strike King Rage Tail GrubSoft PlasticBuy
Use with a small jighead.
- Blue Fox Vibrax #2SpinnerBuy
Good for deeper pools.
- Yo-Zuri Crystal Minnow F7CrankbaitBuy
Excellent for mimicking small baitfish.
Techniques
When using lures, vary your retrieve speed and direction to trigger strikes. Chub often hold near cover like overhanging branches or submerged logs.
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Where to Find European chub
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best bait for European chub?+
Popular baits for European chub include Maggots, Worms, Grasshoppers, Crickets, Bread. Tip: When using lures, vary your retrieve speed and direction to trigger strikes. Chub often hold near cover like overhanging branches or submerged logs.
Where can I catch European chub?+
European chub can be found in many locations worldwide. Top regions include England, United Kingdom; Occitanie, France; Grand Est, France. WikiCatch lists 1231 fishing spots where this species is found.
How big do European chub get?+
European chub (Squalius cephalus) can reach up to 60.00000238418579 cm in length and 6 kg in weight. Their IUCN conservation status is LC.
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