| Family: |
Syngnathidae (Pipefishes and seahorses), subfamily: Syngnathinae |
| Max. size: |
27.3 cm SL (male/unsexed) |
| Environment: |
demersal; marine; depth range 40 - 55 m |
| Distribution: |
Eastern Indian Ocean: known only from the Great Australian Bight. |
| Diagnosis: |
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| Biology: |
Found on the continental shelf (Ref. 75154). Ovoviviparous (Ref. 205). The male carries the eggs in a brood pouch which is found under the tail (Ref. 205). Probably brooding at 15.4 cm SL. |
| IUCN Red List Status: |
Data deficient (DD); Date assessed: 03 August 2016 Ref. (130435)
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| Threat to humans: |
harmless |
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