The Black-sided pipefish (Doryrhamphus excisus) is a saltwater fish of the family Syngnathidae that grows up to 7 cm.
Description
The bluestripe pipefish is a small pipefish (family Syngnathidae) of the Indo-Pacific. The species reaches about 7 cm and has an elongate, orange body with a conspicuous blue lateral stripe and a tubular snout. It is cryptic and stays in crevices of rocks and coral and beneath ledges of lagoon and seaward reefs. Its diet consists of small zooplankton and small crustaceans; sometimes it picks parasites from other fishes. Like all pipefishes the male carries the eggs until they hatch. The species is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Black-sided pipefish?
The Black-sided pipefish has a snake-like body, is mainly red-orange and shows a horizontal stripes pattern.
Where does the Black-sided pipefish live?
The Black-sided pipefish lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around stony or rocky ground.
How big does the Black-sided pipefish get?
The Black-sided pipefish grows to a maximum of about 7 cm.
Is the Black-sided pipefish dangerous to humans?
No, the Black-sided pipefish is harmless to humans.
Is the Black-sided pipefish edible?
The Black-sided pipefish is not usually eaten.
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Same genus Doryrhamphus
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