Family: |
Syngnathidae (Pipefishes and seahorses), subfamily: Syngnathinae |
Max. size: |
38 cm TL (male/unsexed) |
Environment: |
reef-associated; marine; depth range 11 - 128 m |
Distribution: |
Western Atlantic: Canada (Ref. 5951) to North Carolina in USA, Bahamas and northeastern Gulf of Mexico to Panama. |
Diagnosis: |
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Biology: |
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). |
IUCN Red List Status: |
Least Concern (LC); Date assessed: 09 January 2014 Ref. (130435)
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Threat to humans: |
harmless |
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