Solenostomus paradoxus

Seahorse

  • Ornate ghost pipefish
  • Poisson-fantôme orné

Distribution

    Environment and movement of the diurnal species

    • The species is generally observed on the reef or near it.
    • 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 3 and 30 Meters.
    • Rare species.
    • Hides in branchy corals and rods.

    General behaviour of the species

    • Species generally living in a couple
    • Hides in branchy corals and rods.
    • The animal is rather indifferent to the diver, though it remains on its guard

    General characteristics of the species

    • Maximum size : 12 cm
    • The animal feeds on plankton or small organisms.
    • The animal is a protandrous transsexual

    Relationship with humans

    • The species can be eaten but is of no particular culinary interest
    The species can be confused with other species of similar appearance!