| Syngnathidae (Pipefishes and seahorses), subfamily: Syngnathinae |
| 10 cm TL (male/unsexed) |
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reef-associated; marine; depth range - 9 m |
| Indo-West Pacific: East Africa to the Great Barrier Reef, north to Sri Lanka. |
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Dorsal spines (total): 0-0; Dorsal soft rays (total): 18-22. Tan to brown in color, sometimes with narrow black streaks on head and body (Ref. 4281). |
| Inhabits reef or coral habitats (Ref. 4281). Ovoviviparous (Ref. 205). The male carries the eggs in a brood pouch which is found under the tail (Ref. 205). |
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Least Concern (LC); Date assessed: 18 April 2016 Ref. (130435)
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| harmless |
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