Girdled pipefish
📖 Overview
Found over rubble bottom. Ovoviviparous . The male carries the eggs in a brood pouch which is found under the tail . In New South Wales, Australia, males may be brooding at 9.9 cm SL.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
: eel-like.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Girdled pipefish is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Girdled pipefish is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Male carries the eggs in a brood pouch .
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; demersal; depth range 8 - 31 m . Tropical West Pacific: tropical and temperate endemic of Australia.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Syngnathus cinctus | Ramsay | 1882 | Synonym |
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 6 records indexed .
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