Hardwicke's pipefish
📖 Overview
Found in the continental shelf. Ovoviviparous . The male carries the eggs in a brood pouch which is found under the tail .
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
: eel-like.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Hardwicke's pipefish is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Hardwicke's pipefish is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Male carries the eggs in a brood pouch .
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; demersal. Subtropical South China Sea north to southern Japan, south to northern Australia.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Solegnathus polyprion | Bleeker | 1853 | Synonym |
| Solenognathus asperrimus | Philippi | 1896 | Synonym |
| Solenognathus hardwickii | Gray | 1830 | Synonym |
| Syngnathus hardwickii | Gray | 1830 | Synonym |
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 1 records indexed .
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