Family: |
Syngnathidae (Pipefishes and seahorses), subfamily: Syngnathinae |
Max. size: |
9.05 cm SL (male/unsexed) |
Environment: |
demersal; marine; depth range 3 - 8 m |
Distribution: |
Eastern Indian Ocean: known only from Western Australia. |
Diagnosis: |
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Biology: |
One specimen taken from a rock pool. 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 8.7 cm SL. |
IUCN Red List Status: |
Least Concern (LC); Date assessed: 18 April 2016 Ref. (130435)
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Threat to humans: |
harmless |
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