Syngnathidae (Pipefishes and seahorses), subfamily: Nerophinae |
3.9 cm SL (male/unsexed) |
demersal; marine; depth range - 17 m |
Eastern Central Pacific: Revillagigedo Islands. It was noted by Dawson (Ref. 5316) that there is a clinal increase in the number of total rings and dorsal rays for the 3 subspecies; more study is needed (Ref. 86689). |
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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 2.4 cm SL. |
Not Evaluated (N.E.) Ref. (130435)
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harmless |
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