The Cape stumpnose is a small coastal fish found in southern African waters. It has a silvery body with faint vertical stripes and a blunt snout. Typically reaching 8-10 inches and weighing up to 1 pound, it inhabits estuaries and rocky shores. Its diet consists mainly of algae and small invertebrates. The species is known for its schooling behavior. This summary is AI generated
Water type
IUCN Status
Threat to humans
Source: Fishbase
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Cape stumpnose
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Cape stumpnose
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