Family: |
Syngnathidae (Pipefishes and seahorses), subfamily: Nerophinae |
Max. size: |
15 cm SL (male/unsexed) |
Environment: |
demersal; freshwater, amphidromous |
Distribution: |
Asia: India and Bangladesh. |
Diagnosis: |
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Biology: |
Found in rivers, streams and lakes among aquatic plants (Ref. 41236). Ovoviviparous (Ref. 205). The male carries the eggs in a brood pouch which is found under the tail (Ref. 205). |
IUCN Red List Status: |
Near Threatened (NT); Date assessed: 08 July 2016 Ref. (130435)
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Threat to humans: |
harmless |
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