Bullneck seahorse
📖 Overview
Found on the continental shelf . Trawled from fine sand or hard bottom, possibly in association with gorgonian coral . Benthic species . Ovoviviparous . The male carries the eggs in a brood pouch which is found under the tail .
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 0; Dorsal soft rays (total): 7. : other.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Bullneck seahorse is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Bullneck seahorse is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Male carries the eggs in a brood pouch .
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; reef-associated; non-migratory; depth range 64 - 100 m . Deep-water Southwest Pacific: southeastern Australia.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🔍 Similar Species
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