Appearance and lifestyle:
The white stumpnose (rhabdosargus globiceps) is a silverly seabream that has dark vertical stripes and they can grow to over 50cm and can weigh up to 3kg.
Habitat:
White stumpnose is an endemic coastal species found in large shoals over sandy seabed's, near small reefs and rocky outcrops to depths of 60 m. Juveniles use estuaries as nursery areas.
Diet:
The white stumpnose is an omnivorous animal that feeds on crustaceans, detritus, small molluscs etc.
Threats:
Classified as "vulnerable" by the IUCN and is on the SASSI: Red – Don’t buy or sell White stumpnose! Rather choose a green-listed alternative such as santer or line caught panga. These alternatives have similar firm flesh with medium oil content as white stumpnose.
White stumpnose are endemic to southern Africa
Fish stocks in South Africa are considered "collapsed".
White stumpnose have been classified as "Vulnerable" by the IUCN.