Black-breasted pipefish
📖 Overview
Adults inhabit lagoon and seaward reefs. Ovoviviparous . The male carries the eggs in a brood pouch which is found under the tail . Solitary or paired among corals and algae patches (Ref 90102). Monogamous and always in home-ranging pairs, that is they do not defend an exclusive territory .
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 0; Dorsal soft rays (total): 25 - 31; Anal soft rays: 4. : eel-like; Cross section: angular.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Black-breasted pipefish is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
Monogamous mating is observed as both obligate and genetic . Male carries the eggs in a brood pouch .
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; reef-associated; non-migratory ; depth range 5 - 30 m . Tropical; 30°N - 18°S south to Indonesia and Papua New Guinea.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect Black-breasted pipefish.
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 2 records indexed .
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