| Family: |
Syngnathidae (Pipefishes and seahorses), subfamily: Syngnathinae |
| Max. size: |
3.6 cm SL (male/unsexed) |
| Environment: |
demersal; marine; depth range 0 - 100 m |
| Distribution: |
Western Central Pacific: Sulu and Celebes seas and from off northwestern Irian Jaya. |
| Diagnosis: |
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| Biology: |
Planktonic specimens were taken in the upper 0 to 167 m over depths of 1280 to 4825 m. 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: 12 November 2015 Ref. (130435)
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| Threat to humans: |
harmless |
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