Investigator pipefish
📖 Overview
Some specimens have been taken in surface tow nets and with nightlight and dipnets; others taken in a dredge sample . Ovoviviparous . The male carries the eggs in a brood pouch which is found under the tail . Found in sand, mud and coral bottoms in 2-45 m (Ref 90102).
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal soft rays (total): 19 - 24; Anal soft rays: 2 - 4. : eel-like.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Investigator pipefish is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
Male carries the eggs in a brood pouch .
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; benthopelagic; non-migratory ; depth range 2 - 45 m . Tropical West Pacific: Kuwait to Ko Samui Island, Gulf of Thailand.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
| Language | Common Names |
|---|---|
| 🇬🇧English | Investigator Pipefish |
| 🌍CES | jehla thajská |
| 🇨🇳Chinese | 緬甸環宇海龍 · 缅甸环宇海龙 |
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Syngnathus investigatoris | Hora | 1926 | Synonym |
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect Investigator pipefish.
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 1 records indexed .
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