Trunk-barred pipefish
📖 Overview
Common in reef habitats. Found on soft bottoms . Ovoviviparous . The male carries the eggs in a brood pouch which is found under the tail .
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal soft rays (total): 20 - 22; Anal soft rays: 3 - 4. Lateral trunk ridge runs to at least 13th tail ring . : eel-like.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Trunk-barred pipefish is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Trunk-barred pipefish is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Male carries the eggs in a brood pouch .
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; reef-associated; depth range ? - 20 m . Tropical Central Pacific: Indonesia, including western Irian Jaya, the Philippines and Guam (Ref.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ichthyocampus kampeni | Weber | 1913 | Synonym |
| Icthyocampus kampeni | Weber | 1913 | Synonym |
| Phoxocampus kampeni | Weber | 1913 | Synonym |
| Syngnathus tetrophthalmus | Bleeker | 1858 | Synonym |
| Syngnathus tetropthalmus | Bleeker | 1858 | Synonym |
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 2 records indexed .
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