Syngnathidae (Pipefishes and seahorses), subfamily: Syngnathinae |
38 cm TL (male/unsexed) |
reef-associated; marine; depth range 11 - 128 m |
Western Atlantic: Canada (Ref. 5951) to North Carolina in USA, Bahamas and northeastern Gulf of Mexico to Panama. |
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Inhabits offshore waters, usually from 18-127 m depth. Ovoviviparous (Ref. 205). The male carries the eggs in a brood pouch which is found under the tail (Ref. 205). |
Least Concern (LC); Date assessed: 09 January 2014 Ref. (130435)
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harmless |
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