Naked pipefish
📖 Overview
Metamorphosed individuals may be found in tide pools to a depth of at least 14 m . Ovoviviparous . The male carries the eggs in a brood pouch which is found under the tail .
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 0; Dorsal soft rays (total): 26 - 30; Anal soft rays: 3. Planktonic juveniles have lateral spines on the snout. Rings: 13-14+37-40=51-55 : eel-like; Cross section: circular.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Naked pipefish is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Naked pipefish is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Male carries the eggs in a brood pouch .
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; reef-associated; depth range 0 - 2 m . Tropical; 8°N - 12°S Central Pacific: Palau and southeastern Papua New Guinea.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
| Language | Common Names |
|---|---|
| 🇬🇧English | Naked Pipefish |
| 🌍CES | jehla holá |
| 🇨🇳Chinese | 裸滨海龙 · 裸濱海龍 |
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 3 records indexed .
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