Where Does Red Stumpnose Live?

Red Stumpnose lives in specific habitats. Knowing where to look helps you find and identify it.

Where to find Red Stumpnose

Water type

saltwater

Depth

Typically found in depths ranging from 10 to 100 meters, occasionally deeper.

Environment

Prefers rocky reefs, pinnacles, and areas with mixed sand and rock substrates. Adults are often associated with deeper reef structures, while juveniles may inhabit shallower, more sheltered areas.

Geographic range

Endemic to the temperate coastal waters of Southern Africa, primarily from False Bay in the Western Cape to northern KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa. Its distribution is largely restricted to the Agulhas Bank and adjacent areas.

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