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 at depths ranging from 10 to 100 meters, occasionally deeper.

Environment

Demersal, inhabiting sandy or muddy bottoms, often near rocky reefs or areas with mixed substrates. Juveniles may be found in shallower, more sheltered areas.

Geographic range

Southwestern Indian Ocean, primarily along the coast of South Africa, from False Bay to northern KwaZulu-Natal, extending northwards to Mozambique.

Explore Red stumpnose