Short-keel pipefish
📖 Overview
Adults occur in freshwater and estuarine habitats. Ovoviviparous . The male carries the eggs in a brood pouch which is found under the tail . Brood pouch may be developed at 7.85 cm SL.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
: eel-like.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Short-keel pipefish is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Short-keel pipefish is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Male carries the eggs in a brood pouch .
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; brackish; demersal. Tropical endemic to Australia.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
| Language | Common Names |
|---|---|
| 🇬🇧English | Short-keel Pipefish |
| 🌍CES | jehla drobnokýlná |
| 🇨🇳Chinese | 小头多环海龙 · 小頭多環海龍 |
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Syngnathus parvicarinatus | Dawson | 1978 | Synonym |
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) — 1 records indexed .
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