Shiho's Seahorse
Hippocampus sindonis
- Group: Seahorse
- Typical depth: 0 to 75 m
- Max size: 10.8 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
This seahorse turns up across a wide range of habitats, from high energy algae reefs to quiet soft bottoms. As in all seahorses the male carries the developing eggs in a pouch beneath his tail until they hatch.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Syngnathiformes › Syngnathidae › Hippocampus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 275209.
FAQ
- How deep does the Shiho's Seahorse live?
- The Shiho's Seahorse (Hippocampus sindonis) is typically found at 0 to 75 m.
- Is the Shiho's Seahorse dangerous to divers?
- The Shiho's Seahorse is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Shiho's Seahorse get?
- The Shiho's Seahorse grows to about 10.8 cm.