Samoan pipefish
📖 Overview
Collected from reef pool, rock, and coral habitats to a depth of over 15 m. Ovoviviparous . The male carries the eggs in a brood pouch which is found under the tail . Solitary, but seldom noticed due to cryptic habits (Ref 90102).
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 0; Dorsal soft rays (total): 21 - 26; Anal spines: 0; Anal soft rays: 3. Brownish in color, sometimes with irregular diffuse pale bars on dorsum . : eel-like.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Samoan pipefish is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
Male carries the eggs in a brood pouch .
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; reef-associated; depth range ? - 15 m . Tropical East Africa to Samoa (Ref.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Corythoichthys mataafae | Jordan & Seale | 1906 | Synonym |
| Corythroichthys mataafae | Jordan & Seale | 1906 | Synonym |
| Halicampus mataafe | Jordan & Seale | 1906 | Synonym |
| Micrognathus mataafae | Jordan & Seale | 1906 | Synonym |
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect Samoan pipefish.
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 6 records indexed .
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