| Family: |
Syngnathidae (Pipefishes and seahorses), subfamily: Syngnathinae |
| Max. size: |
18.5 cm SL (male/unsexed) |
| Environment: |
benthopelagic; freshwater |
| Distribution: |
Asia: Mekong basin in Laos and Thailand, Chao Phraya basin, Malay Peninsula, Sumatra and Borneo. |
| Diagnosis: |
Dorsal soft rays (total): 27-35. Has 27-35 dorsal-fin rays; snout somewhat longer than the postorbital part of the head; 17-20 rings around the trunk and 28-34 around the tail; large dark spots above the lateral trunk ridge (not always distinct). |
| Biology: |
Usually associated with river stretches with slow current, among grasses, roots or shore vegetation (Ref. 27732). Ovoviviparous (Ref. 205). The male carries the eggs in a brood pouch which is found under the tail (Ref. 205). Males may be brooding at 13.6 cm SL. |
| IUCN Red List Status: |
Data deficient (DD); Date assessed: 25 June 2018 Ref. (130435)
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| Threat to humans: |
harmless |
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