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The Bargibant's pygmy seahorse (Hippocampus bargibanti) is a saltwater fish of the family Syngnathidae that grows up to 2 cm.
Asia: Australia, Solomon Is., Taiwan/Ch Taipei, Indonesia, Japan, Ryukyu Is. and others
Description
The Bargibant's pygmy seahorse is a seahorse (Syngnathidae) from the western Pacific. The species grows to about 2.4 cm and has an upright body armoured in bony rings with a horse-like head, a prehensile tail and a tubular snout. This tiny seahorse lives almost invisibly on Muricella sea fans, with tubercles that perfectly mimic the coral polyps. It swims slowly and clings with its tail to weed, coral or seagrass and sucks in minute crustaceans. The male carries the eggs in a pouch. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Bargibant's pygmy seahorse?
The Bargibant's pygmy seahorse has an irregular in shape body and is mainly pink-purple.
Where does the Bargibant's pygmy seahorse live?
The Bargibant's pygmy seahorse lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around stony or rocky ground. Asia: Australia, Solomon Is., Taiwan/Ch Taipei, Indonesia, Japan, Ryukyu Is. and others
How big does the Bargibant's pygmy seahorse get?
The Bargibant's pygmy seahorse grows to a maximum of about 2 cm.
Is the Bargibant's pygmy seahorse dangerous to humans?
No, the Bargibant's pygmy seahorse is harmless to humans. This species is harmless to humans. No specific first aid is needed. Still handle the fish with care: mind the fin rays and the sharp edges of the gill cover, and rinse any scratch with clean water and cover it. For a dirty or deep wound check tetanus status.
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Same genus Hippocampus
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