Armored Pipefish
Solenostomus armatus
- Group: Seahorse
- Typical depth: 0–95 m
- Max size: 5.7 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
A small ghost pipefish that drifts over muddy bottoms, it hangs head down and mimics the debris around it. The female broods her eggs in a pouch formed from her broadened pelvic fins.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Syngnathiformes › Solenostomidae › Solenostomus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 278938.
FAQ
- How deep does the Armored Pipefish live?
- The Armored Pipefish (Solenostomus armatus) is typically found at 0–95 m.
- Is the Armored Pipefish dangerous to divers?
- The Armored Pipefish is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Armored Pipefish get?
- The Armored Pipefish grows to about 5.7 cm.