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The Australian banded pipe (Corythoichthys intestinalis) is a saltwater fish of the family Syngnathidae that grows up to 16 cm.
Description
The banded pipefish is a small pipefish of the family Syngnathidae from the Indo-Pacific. The species grows to about 16 cm and has a strongly elongate, bony-ringed body, a tubular snout and a pattern of dark crossbars. It lives on shallow sandy or mixed bottoms of reef flats and lagoons, sometimes on seaward reefs. With its suction snout it catches tiny crustaceans and plankton. As in other pipefishes the male carries the eggs in a brood pouch under the tail; males may brood from about 6.5 cm. The species is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Australian banded pipe?
The Australian banded pipe has a snake-like body, is mainly brown and shows a vertical stripes pattern. Body armoured with bony rings and a tube-shaped snout; the male carries the eggs in a brood pouch.
Where does the Australian banded pipe live?
The Australian banded pipe lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around stony or rocky ground. Indo-Pacific; shallow reef flats and lagoons.
How big does the Australian banded pipe get?
The Australian banded pipe grows to a maximum of about 16 cm.
Is the Australian banded pipe dangerous to humans?
No, the Australian banded pipe is harmless to humans. None required: this species is harmless to humans.
Is the Australian banded pipe edible?
The Australian banded pipe is not usually eaten.
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Same genus Corythoichthys
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