Pacific Seahorse
Hippocampus ingens
- Group: Seahorse
- Typical depth: 0–60 m
- Max size: 30 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: VU
The largest seahorse of the eastern Pacific, it anchors its tail around gorgonians and black coral and blends into the branches. The male carries the developing young in a brood pouch, and divers most often find it offshore below ten metres. Listed as vulnerable, it is hunted by tuna in the open water.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Syngnathiformes › Syngnathidae › Hippocampus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 275197.
FAQ
- How deep does the Pacific Seahorse live?
- The Pacific Seahorse (Hippocampus ingens) is typically found at 0–60 m.
- Is the Pacific Seahorse dangerous to divers?
- The Pacific Seahorse is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Pacific Seahorse get?
- The Pacific Seahorse grows to about 30 cm.