| Family: |
Syngnathidae (Pipefishes and seahorses), subfamily: Syngnathinae |
| Max. size: |
14.95 cm SL (male/unsexed) |
| Environment: |
demersal; marine; depth range 0 - 120 m |
| Distribution: |
Southwest Pacific: mainland New Zealand and the Auckland Islands. |
| Diagnosis: |
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| Biology: |
Occurs near piers and wharves to offshore depths of 62-120 m. Specimens have been taken over bryozoan and coarse shell bottom; juveniles in surface plankton tows. Ovoviviparous (Ref. 205). The male carries the eggs in a brood pouch which is found under the tail (Ref. 205). Males may be brooding at 9.95 cm SL. |
| IUCN Red List Status: |
Least Concern (LC); Date assessed: 03 December 2015 Ref. (130435)
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| Threat to humans: |
harmless |
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