White Steenbras
Lithognathus lithognathus
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: to 150 m
- Max size: 2 m
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: EN
The white steenbras is a long silvery seabream that roots through sand for worms, crabs and shrimp, using estuaries as nursery grounds for its young. A prime angling and food fish in southern Africa, it has been fished hard and is now endangered. It can reach about two metres.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Eupercaria incertae sedis › Sparidae › Lithognathus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 218604.
FAQ
- How deep does the White Steenbras live?
- The White Steenbras (Lithognathus lithognathus) is typically found at to 150 m.
- Is the White Steenbras dangerous to divers?
- The White Steenbras is harmless to divers.
- How big does the White Steenbras get?
- The White Steenbras grows to about 2 m.