Fin's Fish Guide
The Yellow sea chub (Kyphosus lutescens) is a saltwater fish of the family Kyphosidae that grows up to 40 cm.
Description
The yellow sea chub is a sea chub (Kyphosidae) from shallow reef and rocky water of the Indo-West Pacific. The species grows to about 40 cm and has an oval, stocky, silver-grey body that can flush yellow, with a small mouth with cutting teeth. As a day-active, mainly plant-eating schooling fish it grazes weed and algae from reef and rock and sometimes snaps at small invertebrates. It is a valued food fish. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Yellow sea chub?
The Yellow sea chub has a flattened, disc-shaped body and is mainly silver-grey.
Where does the Yellow sea chub live?
The Yellow sea chub lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around stony or rocky ground.
How big does the Yellow sea chub get?
The Yellow sea chub grows to a maximum of about 40 cm.
Is the Yellow sea chub dangerous to humans?
No, the Yellow sea chub is harmless to humans. This species is harmless to humans. No specific first aid is needed. Still handle the fish with care: mind the fin rays and the sharp edges of the gill cover, and rinse any scratch with clean water and cover it. For a dirty or deep wound check tetanus status.
More photos
Want the complete picture on the Yellow sea chub?
Point your camera at the fish and Fin names the species in seconds. Free, and the Yellow sea chub is one of 12,519 species in the app.
Or scan with your phone
All data
Identification
Appearance
Habitat & distribution
Behaviour & biology
For anglers
Safety
Status & sources
Same genus Kyphosus
More from the family Kyphosidae
Want the complete picture on the Yellow sea chub?
Point your camera at the fish and Fin names the species in seconds. Free, and the Yellow sea chub is one of 12,519 species in the app.
Or scan with your phone