Few-Rayed Pipefish
Bhanotia pauciradiata
- Group: Seahorse
- Typical depth: 10–12 m
- Max size: 3.2 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: DD
A pipefish only about three centimetres long, known from a single specimen taken on an algae covered rubble slope. The male carries the eggs in a brood pouch beneath his tail.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Syngnathiformes › Syngnathidae › Bhanotia
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 279910.
FAQ
- How deep does the Few-Rayed Pipefish live?
- The Few-Rayed Pipefish (Bhanotia pauciradiata) is typically found at 10–12 m.
- Is the Few-Rayed Pipefish dangerous to divers?
- The Few-Rayed Pipefish is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Few-Rayed Pipefish get?
- The Few-Rayed Pipefish grows to about 3.2 cm.