West African Seahorse
Hippocampus algiricus
- Group: Seahorse
- Typical depth: 0–25 m
- Max size: 19.2 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: VU
A West African seahorse of shallow coastal bottoms, it anchors with its tail and reaches about 19 centimetres. As with all seahorses the male broods the eggs in a pouch beneath his tail. Pressure on its numbers has left it listed as vulnerable.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Syngnathiformes › Syngnathidae › Hippocampus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 275184.
FAQ
- How deep does the West African Seahorse live?
- The West African Seahorse (Hippocampus algiricus) is typically found at 0–25 m.
- Is the West African Seahorse dangerous to divers?
- The West African Seahorse is harmless to divers.
- How big does the West African Seahorse get?
- The West African Seahorse grows to about 19.2 cm.