| Aspect: | Distinctive silvery-coppery rugby ball-shaped body with darker tail, dorsal and anal fins. |
| Population: | Solitary, not abundant, without being rare. |
| Notable feature: | Unusual "thick-lipped" mouth. |
| Environment: | Open waters, more often seen between 10 and 25 metres off Pointe des Carangues. |
| Behaviour: | Nonchalant behaviour. |
Last update: 22/10/15
Chub
- French designation: Saupe Petite Gueule, Agouti
- Latin designation: Kyphosus sectatrix
- Creole designation: Agouti
- Latin family: Kyphosidae
- Size (cm): 30-60
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