Paxton's Pipefish
Corythoichthys paxtoni
- Group: Seahorse
- Typical depth: to 18 m
- Max size: 13.4 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
A slim pipefish that lives among coral reef structure, growing to about 13 centimetres. The male carries the developing eggs in a brood pouch beneath his tail until the young are released.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Syngnathiformes › Syngnathidae › Corythoichthys
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 278446.
FAQ
- How deep does the Paxton's Pipefish live?
- The Paxton's Pipefish (Corythoichthys paxtoni) is typically found at to 18 m.
- Is the Paxton's Pipefish dangerous to divers?
- The Paxton's Pipefish is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Paxton's Pipefish get?
- The Paxton's Pipefish grows to about 13.4 cm.