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
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IUCN Status
Threat to humans
Source: Fishbase
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