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The Barred pipefish (Syngnathus auliscus) is a brackish-water fish of the family Syngnathidae that grows up to 18 cm.
Description
The barred pipefish is a pipefish of the family Syngnathidae from the eastern Pacific. The species grows to about 18 cm and has a very elongate, thin, armoured body with a long tubular snout and faint crossbars. It usually stays among water plants in bays and estuaries, and sometimes among floating weed. With its tubular snout it sucks up small crustaceans and other zooplankton like a pipette. As in seahorses and other pipefishes the male carries the eggs in a brood pouch under the tail, where the young develop. The species is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Barred pipefish?
The Barred pipefish has a snake-like body, is mainly brown and shows a vertical stripes pattern. Long, thin armoured body with a tubular snout; the male carries the eggs in a brood pouch under the tail.
Where does the Barred pipefish live?
The Barred pipefish lives in brackish water and is mostly found around sand or mud bottom. Eastern Pacific; among aquatic plants in bays and estuaries.
How big does the Barred pipefish get?
The Barred pipefish grows to a maximum of about 18 cm.
Is the Barred pipefish dangerous to humans?
No, the Barred pipefish is harmless to humans. None required: this species is harmless to humans.
Is the Barred pipefish edible?
The Barred pipefish is not usually eaten.
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Same genus Syngnathus
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