Spined pipefish
📖 Overview
Occurs in rock and coral habitats of lagoons and seaward reefs from the surf zone to a depth of 40 m. 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): 20 - 24. Rings: 15-16+25-28. : eel-like.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Spined pipefish is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
Male carries the eggs in a brood pouch .
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; reef-associated; depth range 5 - 40 m . Tropical; 23°N - 23°S north to Hong Kong and Ryukyu Islands, south to New Caledonia.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ichthyocampus diacanthus | Schultz | 1943 | Synonym |
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect Spined pipefish.
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 10 records indexed .
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