Banded pipefish
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The banded pipefish or ringed pipefish (Dunckerocampus dactyliophorus) is a species of fish in the Syngnathidae (seahorses and pipefish) family.[1][2]
Distribution and habitat
The banded pipefish is widespread throughout the tropical waters of the Indo-Pacific region, Red Sea included.[2] Its range includes Australia, Fiji, French Polynesia, Indonesia, Japan, the Marshall Islands, New Caledonia, Northern Mariana Islands, Papua New Guinea, the Philippines, Samoa, the Solomon Islands, South Africa, and Taiwan.[3] It inhabits tide pools, lagoons, and outer reef slopes in tropical climates.[2]
Description
The banded pipefish has a straight, elongated body which reaches a maximum length of 19 cm (7.4 in).[2] It has fleshy streams coming back from its head. These trails are thought to be mechanisms of camouflage for the pipefish whilst hiding in reeds.[4]
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Banded pipefish
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Banded pipefish
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Skeleton of a banded pipefish (Museum of Osteology)
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Reproduction
Similar to the other seahorses and pipefishes, the male banded pipefish is equipped with a specialised brood pouch, rather than the female.[5] The female deposits her eggs in the male's pouch, where they develop. The male later gives birth.[6]
References
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External links
- http://www.marinespecies.org/aphia.php?p=taxdetails&id=218005
- http://doris.ffessm.fr/fiche2.asp?fiche_numero=2319
- Fishes of Australia : Dunckerocampus dactyliophorus
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