Helen's pygmy pipehorse
📖 Overview
Found clinging to attached Sargassum sp. On a sheltered coral reef. Probably not exceeding about 5 cm TL. Males may be mature at 3.35 cm TL. Ovoviviparous . Males with brood pouch; females with ovipositor .
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
: eel-like.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Helen's pygmy pipehorse is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Helen's pygmy pipehorse is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Male carries the eggs in a brood pouch .
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; reef-associated; depth range 3 - 9 m . Tropical known only off Alpha Island, Monte Bello Islands, Western Australia.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Acentronura larsonae | Dawson | 1984 | Synonym |
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 2 records indexed .
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