Shortpouch Pygmy Pipehorse
Acentronura tentaculata
- Group: Seahorse
- Typical depth: 1–20 m
- Max size: 6.3 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
A tiny pygmy pipehorse that clings to sparse seagrass and algae beside reefs in shallow to moderate depths, usually found in pairs. At about six centimetres it is easy to miss, and the male carries the eggs in a pouch beneath his tail.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Syngnathiformes › Syngnathidae › Acentronura
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 217979.
FAQ
- How deep does the Shortpouch Pygmy Pipehorse live?
- The Shortpouch Pygmy Pipehorse (Acentronura tentaculata) is typically found at 1–20 m.
- Is the Shortpouch Pygmy Pipehorse dangerous to divers?
- The Shortpouch Pygmy Pipehorse is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Shortpouch Pygmy Pipehorse get?
- The Shortpouch Pygmy Pipehorse grows to about 6.3 cm.