| Family: |
Syngnathidae (Pipefishes and seahorses), subfamily: Syngnathinae |
| Max. size: |
15.92 cm SL (male/unsexed) |
| Environment: |
demersal; marine; depth range - 46 m |
| Distribution: |
Eastern Indian Ocean: Tasmania, Australia. |
| Diagnosis: |
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| Biology: |
Occurs in the continental shelf. Ovoviviparous (Ref. 205). The male carries the eggs in a brood pouch which is found under the tail (Ref. 205). |
| IUCN Red List Status: |
Least Concern (LC); Date assessed: 16 December 2015 Ref. (130435)
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| Threat to humans: |
harmless |
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