Jayakar's Seahorse
Hippocampus jayakari
- Group: Seahorse
- Typical depth: 0–80 m
- Max size: 14 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
This seahorse anchors among Halophila and other seagrasses down to about 80 metres, gripping the blades with its tail. As in all seahorses the male broods the young in a pouch beneath his tail until they are born.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Syngnathiformes › Syngnathidae › Hippocampus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 275198.
FAQ
- How deep does the Jayakar's Seahorse live?
- The Jayakar's Seahorse (Hippocampus jayakari) is typically found at 0–80 m.
- Is the Jayakar's Seahorse dangerous to divers?
- The Jayakar's Seahorse is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Jayakar's Seahorse get?
- The Jayakar's Seahorse grows to about 14 cm.