Family: |
Syngnathidae (Pipefishes and seahorses), subfamily: Syngnathinae |
Max. size: |
49 cm TL (male/unsexed) |
Environment: |
demersal; marine; depth range 114 - 230 m |
Distribution: |
Southwest Pacific: southern Australia and New Zealand (Ref. 5755). |
Diagnosis: |
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Biology: |
Recorded from the continental shelf (Ref. 9563) from depths between 114 m (Ref. 58489) and 230 m (Ref. (9563). Ovoviviparous (Ref. 205). The male carries the eggs in a brood pouch which is found under the tail (Ref. 205). |
IUCN Red List Status: |
Data deficient (DD); Date assessed: 20 May 2016 Ref. (130435)
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Threat to humans: |
harmless |
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