Ringed Pipefish
Dunckerocampus dactyliophorus
- Group: Seahorse
- Typical depth: 5–56 m
- Max size: 19 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: DD
Bold red and white rings run the length of this slender pipefish, which hides in caves and crevices along reef slopes down to around 56 metres. The male carries the eggs in a pouch under his tail until they hatch, and you will usually find these fish alone or in small huddles under ledges.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Syngnathiformes › Syngnathidae › Dunckerocampus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 218005.
FAQ
- How deep does the Ringed Pipefish live?
- The Ringed Pipefish (Dunckerocampus dactyliophorus) is typically found at 5–56 m.
- Is the Ringed Pipefish dangerous to divers?
- The Ringed Pipefish is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Ringed Pipefish get?
- The Ringed Pipefish grows to about 19 cm.