Nocomis effusus, commonly known as the redtail chub, is a freshwater fish distinguished by its stout body and reddish fins. Found in the streams and rivers of the southeastern United States, it typically measures 5-8 inches in length. The redtail chub is omnivorous and displays social behavior, often forming schools and constructing gravel nests during the breeding season. This summary is AI generated
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Threat to humans
Source: Fishbase
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Redtail chub
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