Glittering pipefish
📖 Overview
Adults inhabit reef flats to a depth of over 17 m. Easily recognized by color but secretive and not often seen . Ovoviviparous . The male carries the eggs in a brood pouch which is found under the tail . Also seen in coral reefs in 1-20 m (Ref 90102).
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 0; Dorsal soft rays (total): 18 - 22; Anal spines: 0; Anal soft rays: 3. Superior trunk and tail ridges discontinuous; inferior trunk ridge ending at anal ring; lateral trunk ridge continuous with inferior tail ridge; body rings 13-15 + 30-32. : eel-like; Cross section: angular.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Glittering pipefish is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Glittering pipefish is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Male carries the eggs in a brood pouch .
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; reef-associated; depth range 1 - 20 m . Tropical; 30°N - 23°S north to Ryukyu Islands, south to Rowley Shoals and New Caledonia; Belau in Micronesia.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Doryichthys elegans | Steindachner | 1901 | Synonym |
| Syngnathus nitidus | Günther | 1873 | Synonym |
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 2 records indexed .
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