The Gray's pipefish (Halicampus grayi) is a brackish-water fish of the family Syngnathidae that grows up to 20 cm.
Description
Gray's pipefish is a pipefish (Syngnathidae) from the Indo-West Pacific. The species has a slender, tube-shaped body with bony rings and skin appendages, and a long, tubular snout with which it sucks up small prey. Adults live in muddy habitats, often covered with silt and extremely well camouflaged. Like all pipefishes the male carries the fertilised eggs in a brood pouch until they hatch. It feeds on small crustaceans. The species is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Gray's pipefish?
The Gray's pipefish has a snake-like body, is mainly brown and shows a plain pattern.
Where does the Gray's pipefish live?
The Gray's pipefish lives in brackish water and is mostly found around stony or rocky ground.
How big does the Gray's pipefish get?
The Gray's pipefish grows to a maximum of about 20 cm.
Is the Gray's pipefish dangerous to humans?
No, the Gray's pipefish is harmless to humans.
Is the Gray's pipefish edible?
The Gray's pipefish is not usually eaten.
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Same genus Halicampus
More from the family Syngnathidae
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