Booth's pipefish
📖 Overview
Inhabits rock or coral reef . Benthic species . Ovoviviparous . The male carries the eggs in a brood pouch which is found under the tail .
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal soft rays (total): 18 - 24; Anal soft rays: 3 - 4. Rings:14+33-37.: eel-like.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Booth's pipefish is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Booth's pipefish is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Male carries the eggs in a brood pouch .
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; reef-associated; depth range 3 - 30 m . Tropical recorded from Tonga (Ref.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Micrognathus boothae | Whitley | 1964 | Synonym |
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) — 4 records indexed .
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