Mollison's Pipefish
Mitotichthys mollisoni
- Group: Seahorse
- Typical depth: to 46 m
- Max size: 15.9 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
A pipefish of the continental shelf off southern Australia, slender and reaching about sixteen centimetres. As in all pipefish the male carries the developing eggs in a brood pouch under his tail until they hatch.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Syngnathiformes › Syngnathidae › Mitotichthys
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 281582.
FAQ
- How deep does the Mollison's Pipefish live?
- The Mollison's Pipefish (Mitotichthys mollisoni) is typically found at to 46 m.
- Is the Mollison's Pipefish dangerous to divers?
- The Mollison's Pipefish is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Mollison's Pipefish get?
- The Mollison's Pipefish grows to about 15.9 cm.