| Family: |
Syngnathidae (Pipefishes and seahorses), subfamily: Syngnathinae |
| Max. size: |
13.4 cm SL (male/unsexed) |
| Environment: |
reef-associated; marine; depth range - 18 m |
| Distribution: |
Western Pacific: Australia. More recently reported from the Chesterfield Islands (Ref. 11897). |
| Diagnosis: |
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| Biology: |
Adults inhabit coral reef (Ref. 75154). Ovoviviparous (Ref. 205). The male carries the eggs in a brood pouch which is found under the tail (Ref. 205). |
| IUCN Red List Status: |
Least Concern (LC); Date assessed: 08 January 2016 Ref. (130435)
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| Threat to humans: |
harmless |
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