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A compact silver bream recognised by two bold black bands, one across the nape behind the head and one on the tail base. It is a common catch over Egyptian Mediterranean reefs and rocky breakwaters, feeding on worms, molluscs and small crustaceans.
Rocky and seagrass bottoms, harbour structures and inshore reefs
Slightly coloured water after a light blow, fishing close to structure
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Light or , fine and small sharp hooks; with mashed bread.
Peeled shrimp or ragworm on light tackle, over a steady trickle of bread on sand-and-rock.
Eating & safety
Mind the stiff dorsal spines and the sharp edge of the gill cover when unhooking.
Stung or poisoned? First-aid steps →Best conditions: Slightly coloured water after a light blow, fishing close to structure
Its Egyptian nickname "shargoush" loosely paints it as a clever, hard-to-catch little thief of baits.