Scribbled Pipefish
Corythoichthys intestinalis
- Group: Seahorse
- Typical depth: 20–68 m
- Max size: 16 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
This pipefish drifts through shallow sand, rubble and coral on reef flats and lagoons, usually in pairs and sometimes in small groups. The male carries the eggs in a brood pouch under his tail, and may already be brooding by about 7 centimetres long.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Syngnathiformes › Syngnathidae › Corythoichthys
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 217995.
FAQ
- How deep does the Scribbled Pipefish live?
- The Scribbled Pipefish (Corythoichthys intestinalis) is typically found at 20–68 m.
- Is the Scribbled Pipefish dangerous to divers?
- The Scribbled Pipefish is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Scribbled Pipefish get?
- The Scribbled Pipefish grows to about 16 cm.