Species guide

How to catch Bluestriped chub

Kyphosus ocyurus

Stylized 2D illustration of Bluestriped chub
saltwaterKyphosidae

The bluestriped chub is a vibrant saltwater fish known for its striking blue stripes and deep body shape. It forms small schools and is a fast swimmer, often found near reefs and floating logs. This species feeds on mobile invertebrates, hunting actively in open waters.

Where they live

Found in Pacific saltwater, bluestriped chubs swim in small schools over deep reefs, walls, and drop-offs, commonly near floating logs from 1 to 20 meters deep.

Typical size

Up to about 59 cm

What they eat

  • mobile invertebrates

Best baits

  • shrimp
  • small crabs
  • marine worms

Best lures

  • small jigs
  • soft plastic lures
  • minnow imitations

How to fish for them

  • casting near reefs and drop-offs
  • light tackle jigging
  • trolling near floating debris

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