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The Crocodile-tooth pipefish (Microphis cuncalus) is a brackish-water fish of the family Syngnathidae that grows up to 18 cm.
Description
The crocodile-tooth pipefish is a freshwater and brackish-water pipefish (Syngnathidae) from the Indo-West Pacific. The species grows to about 18 cm and has a very slender, stiff body armoured in bony rings and a long, tubular snout. As a bottom-dweller it shelters among water plants of slow-flowing rivers and estuaries and sucks in minute crustaceans. As in other pipefish the male carries the eggs until they hatch. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Crocodile-tooth pipefish?
The Crocodile-tooth pipefish has a snake-like body and is mainly brown.
Where does the Crocodile-tooth pipefish live?
The Crocodile-tooth pipefish lives in brackish water and is mostly found around sand or mud bottom. Asia: Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, India
How big does the Crocodile-tooth pipefish get?
The Crocodile-tooth pipefish grows to a maximum of about 18 cm.
Is the Crocodile-tooth pipefish dangerous to humans?
No, the Crocodile-tooth pipefish 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 Microphis
More from the family Syngnathidae
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