South African zebra seabream
(Diplodus hottentotus)
General data
Scientific names:
South African zebra seabream
Habitat:
Saltwater
Climate:
Subtropical
Native to coast of:
Africa
Distribution:
Indian ocean
Distribution
Western Indian Ocean: known only from southern Mozambique and South Africa.
Max length : 60 cm, common length : 30 cm; max. reported age: 33 years
Dorsal spines (total): 11; Dorsal soft rays (total): 12-14; Anal spines: 3; Anal soft rays: 11.
Young bright yellow between crossbars.
Inhabits coastal waters, mainly on rocky bottoms. Also enters estuaries, which are also used as nursery grounds. Feeds on fish, mollusks, crustaceans, worms, and other organisms. Has a nauseating odor; sold fresh in markets.
