| Syngnathidae (Pipefishes and seahorses), subfamily: Nerophinae |
| 4.3 cm SL (male/unsexed) |
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reef-associated; marine; depth range 0 - 8 m |
| Western Indian Ocean: endemic to the Red Sea from the Gulf of Suez south to Massawa and Jiddah on the east coast. It was noted by Dawson (Ref. 5316) that there is a clinal increase in the number of total rings and dorsal rays for the 3 subspecies; more study is needed (Ref. 86689). |
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| Adults occur in reefs and tide pools at depths of about 9 m. Ovoviviparous (Ref. 205). The male carries the eggs in a brood pouch which is found under the tail (Ref. 205). |
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Not Evaluated (N.E.) Ref. (130435)
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| harmless |
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