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The Bloodspot pipefish (Corythoichthys haematopterus) is a saltwater fish of the family Syngnathidae that grows up to 20 cm.
Indo-West Pacific; shallow, sheltered rubble and sand areas of reef flats and lagoons.
Description
The reef-flat pipefish is a pipefish of the family Syngnathidae from the Indo-West Pacific. The species grows to about 20 cm and has a very elongate, thin, armoured body with a long tubular snout and a fine, mottled pattern. It inhabits shallow, sheltered areas of rubble and sand of reef flats and lagoons, where it stays among the substrate. 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 fold under the tail. The species is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Bloodspot pipefish?
The Bloodspot pipefish has a snake-like body, is mainly brown and shows a marbled pattern. Long, thin armoured body with a tubular snout; the male carries the eggs in a brood fold under the tail.
Where does the Bloodspot pipefish live?
The Bloodspot pipefish lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around stony or rocky ground. Indo-West Pacific; shallow, sheltered rubble and sand areas of reef flats and lagoons.
How big does the Bloodspot pipefish get?
The Bloodspot pipefish grows to a maximum of about 20 cm.
Is the Bloodspot pipefish dangerous to humans?
No, the Bloodspot pipefish is harmless to humans. None required: this species is harmless to humans.
Is the Bloodspot pipefish edible?
The Bloodspot pipefish is not usually eaten.
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Same genus Corythoichthys
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