Barred Xenia-Pipefish
Siokunichthys bentuviai
- Group: Seahorse
- Typical depth: 1–10 m
- Max size: 6.1 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: DD
The barred xenia pipefish shelters among the pulsing arms of Xenia soft coral and coral branches in shallow water down to about ten metres. The male broods the eggs in a pouch tucked under his tail until they hatch. It grows to only six centimetres and slips easily out of sight among the coral.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Syngnathiformes › Syngnathidae › Siokunichthys
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 218033.
FAQ
- How deep does the Barred Xenia-Pipefish live?
- The Barred Xenia-Pipefish (Siokunichthys bentuviai) is typically found at 1–10 m.
- Is the Barred Xenia-Pipefish dangerous to divers?
- The Barred Xenia-Pipefish is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Barred Xenia-Pipefish get?
- The Barred Xenia-Pipefish grows to about 6.1 cm.