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The Guilded pipefish (Corythoichthys schultzi) is a saltwater fish of the family Syngnathidae that grows up to 16 cm.
Description
Schultz's pipefish is a pipefish (Syngnathidae) from the Indo-West Pacific. The species has a slender, bony-ringed armoured body with a fine, mottled pattern and a tubular snout. It keeps among corals and sea fans of lagoons and seaward reefs, where adults live in pairs or small groups. With its tubular snout it sucks up small zooplankton and small crustaceans. Like all pipefishes the male carries the eggs under the tail. The species is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Guilded pipefish?
The Guilded pipefish has a snake-like body, is mainly brown and shows a spots pattern. Finely marbled little pipefish of coral reefs; the male carries the eggs under the tail.
Where does the Guilded pipefish live?
The Guilded pipefish lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around stony or rocky ground. Indo-West Pacific; corals and sea fans of lagoons and reefs.
How big does the Guilded pipefish get?
The Guilded pipefish grows to a maximum of about 16 cm.
Is the Guilded pipefish dangerous to humans?
No, the Guilded pipefish is harmless to humans. None required: this species is harmless to humans.
Is the Guilded pipefish edible?
The Guilded pipefish is not usually eaten.
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Same genus Corythoichthys
More from the family Syngnathidae
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