The Highcrown seahorse (Hippocampus procerus) is a fish of the family Syngnathidae that grows up to 16 cm.
Description
The Highcrown seahorse is a seahorse (Syngnathidae) from coastal waters with seagrass, weed and coral of coastal waters of northern Australia. The species grows to about 16 cm and has an upright body armoured with bony rings, a horse-like head, a tubular snout and a prehensile tail with which it grips on. Swimming with a fast-fluttering dorsal fin it sucks in small zooplankton. The male carries the eggs in a brood pouch. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Highcrown seahorse?
The Highcrown seahorse is mainly brown.
Where does the Highcrown seahorse live?
The Highcrown seahorse is mostly found around stony or rocky ground.
How big does the Highcrown seahorse get?
The Highcrown seahorse grows to a maximum of about 16 cm.
Is the Highcrown seahorse dangerous to humans?
No, the Highcrown seahorse is harmless to humans.
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Same genus Hippocampus
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