Family: |
Syngnathidae (Pipefishes and seahorses), subfamily: Syngnathinae |
Max. size: |
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Environment: |
demersal; marine; depth range 1 - 7 m |
Distribution: |
Western Central Atlantic: US Virgin Islands. |
Diagnosis: |
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Biology: |
Ovoviviparous (Ref. 205). The male carries the eggs in a brood pouch which is found under the tail (Ref. 205). |
IUCN Red List Status: |
Data deficient (DD); Date assessed: 10 January 2014 Ref. (130435)
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Threat to humans: |
harmless |
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