Herre's pipefish
📖 Overview
Caught with dip-net or in surface plankton samples. Ovoviviparous . The male carries the eggs in a brood pouch which is found under the tail . Also found among Xenia soft coral in 1-10 m (Ref 90102).
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal soft rays (total): 27 - 31. : eel-like.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Herre's pipefish is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
Male carries the eggs in a brood pouch .
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; demersal; depth range 0 - 37 m , usually 1 - 10 m . Tropical West Pacific: northern Red Sea to Indonesia, the Philippines, Solomon Islands, and Fiji.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Siokunichthys elongatus | Herre | 1953 | Heterotypic |
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect Herre's pipefish.
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 4 records indexed .
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