The Manado pipefish (Microphis manadensis) is a brackish-water fish of the family Syngnathidae that grows up to 20 cm.
Description
The Manado pipefish is a pipefish (Syngnathidae) from shallow seagrass, weedy and coral-rubble water around Australia and the Indo-West Pacific. The species grows to about 15 cm and has a very slender, stiff, ring-armoured body with a tubular snout, strongly camouflaged among water plants. As a slow swimmer it sucks up small crustaceans and planktonic animals. The male carries the eggs on his belly or in a pouch. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Manado pipefish?
The Manado pipefish has a snake-like body and is mainly brown.
Where does the Manado pipefish live?
The Manado pipefish lives in brackish water and is mostly found around algae or seagrass beds.
How big does the Manado pipefish get?
The Manado pipefish grows to a maximum of about 20 cm.
Is the Manado pipefish dangerous to humans?
No, the Manado pipefish is harmless to humans.
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Same genus Microphis
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