Dunckerocampus dactyliophorus

Seahorse

Ringed pipefish
Gebänderte Seenadel
Syngnathe zébré

Distribution

The tropical Pacific
The Red Sea
The Indian Ocean

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 found in a sheltered zone
The species can be found between 5 and 56 Meters.
Rare species.

General behaviour of the species

Species generally solitary
The animal is rather indifferent to the diver, though it remains on its guard

General characteristics of the species

Maximum size : 19 cm
Maximum age known : 10 year(s)
The animal feeds on plankton or small organisms.
The animal can show variable colouring

Relationship with humans

The species can be eaten but is of no particular culinary interest