The Banded pipefish (Choeroichthys cinctus) is a saltwater fish of the family Syngnathidae that grows up to 8 cm.
Description
The banded pipefish is a pipefish (Syngnathidae) from shallow reef, weed and seagrass water of the Indo-West Pacific. The species grows to about 8 cm and has a stocky, armoured, tubular body with dark crossbars and a short, tubular snout. As a calm dweller it shelters among coral rubble, weed and seagrass and sucks up minute crustaceans. As in all pipefishes the male carries the eggs until they hatch. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Banded pipefish?
The Banded pipefish has a snake-like body, is mainly brown and shows a vertical stripes pattern.
Where does the Banded pipefish live?
The Banded pipefish lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around stony or rocky ground.
How big does the Banded pipefish get?
The Banded pipefish grows to a maximum of about 8 cm.
Is the Banded pipefish dangerous to humans?
No, the Banded pipefish is harmless to humans.
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Same genus Choeroichthys
More from the family Syngnathidae
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