Hippocampus guttulatus

Seahorse

Long-snouted seahorse
Langschnäuziges Seepferdchen
Hippocampe moucheté
Caballito de mar
Cavalluccio camuso

Distribution

The temperate Atlantic
The Mediterranean

Environment and movement of the diurnal species

The species is generally observed in seagrass among algae or phanerogams.
The species is generally seen moving in its environment.
The species is generally found among algae or invertebrates (sponges, rods, corals...)
The species can be found between 1 and 12 Meters.
Rare species.
Hides among algae.

General behaviour of the species

Species generally living in a couple
Hides among algae.
The animal is rather indifferent to the diver, though it remains on its guard

General characteristics of the species

Maximum size : 16 cm
Maximum age known : 6 year(s)
The animal feeds on plankton or small organisms.
The animal changes colour like a chameleon

Relationship with humans

The species can be eaten but is of no particular culinary interest
The species is exploited in the following sector(s) :
- - Aquarium enthusiasts.
- Used in the clothing, footwear or crafts industries for the manufacture of articles (jewellery, etc.)

The species can be confused with other species of similar appearance!