The Painted pipefish (Nannocampus pictus) is a saltwater fish of the family Syngnathidae that grows up to 10 cm.
Description
The Painted pipefish is a small pipefish (Syngnathidae) from shallow reef and seagrass water of the Indo-West Pacific. The species grows to about 8 cm and has a thin, bony-ringed, brown-greenish body and a tubular snout. Strongly camouflaged, it lives among coral rubble, weed and seagrass and sucks in small zooplankton. The male carries the eggs. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Painted pipefish?
The Painted pipefish has a snake-like body and is mainly green.
Where does the Painted pipefish live?
The Painted pipefish lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around algae or seagrass beds.
How big does the Painted pipefish get?
The Painted pipefish grows to a maximum of about 10 cm.
Is the Painted pipefish dangerous to humans?
No, the Painted pipefish is harmless to humans.
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Same genus Nannocampus
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