| Family: |
Syngnathidae (Pipefishes and seahorses), subfamily: Nerophinae |
| Max. size: |
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| Environment: |
reef-associated; marine; depth range - 8 m |
| Distribution: |
Eastern Indian Ocean: known only from South Murion Island, Western Australia. |
| Diagnosis: |
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| Biology: |
Occurs in coral reef of inshore waters. Benthic species (Ref. 75154). Ovoviviparous (Ref. 205). The male carries the eggs in a brood pouch which is found under the tail (Ref. 205). |
| IUCN Red List Status: |
Data deficient (DD); Date assessed: 26 February 2015 Ref. (130435)
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| Threat to humans: |
harmless |
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