Half-banded pipefish
📖 Overview
Found amongst eelgrass (Zostera sp.). Ovoviviparous . The male carries the eggs in a brood pouch which is found under the tail . Smallest examined brooding male is 13.95 cm SL.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
: eel-like.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Half-banded pipefish is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Half-banded pipefish is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Male carries the eggs in a brood pouch .
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; demersal; depth range 0 - 3 m . Temperate Indian Ocean: Victoria and Tasmania, Australia.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Leptonotus semistriatus | Kaup | 1856 | Synonym |
| Leptonotus tristriatus | Fowler | 1922 | Synonym |
| Syngnathus semifasciatus | Günther | 1870 | Synonym |
| Syngnathus verreauxianus | Duméril | 1870 | Synonym |
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 3 records indexed .
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