Tiger pipefish
📖 Overview
Adults occur over mud, sand, rubble and rocky bottoms. Ovoviviparous . The male carries the eggs in a brood pouch which is found under the tail . Males may be brooding at 17.5 cm SL. Monogamous and always in home-ranging pairs, that is they do not defend an exclusive territory .
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
: eel-like.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Tiger 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; demersal; non-migratory ; depth range 2 - 27 m . Subtropical South Australia, Queensland and New South Wales).
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect Tiger pipefish.
🔍 Similar Species
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