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The Saw pipefish (Trachyrhamphus serratus) is a saltwater fish of the family Syngnathidae that grows up to 30 cm.
Description
The serrated pipefish is a pipefish (Syngnathidae) from the Indo-West Pacific. The species has a very elongate, stiff, bony-ringed armoured body and a tubular snout, and can grow fairly large for a pipefish. It inhabits gravelly bottoms around rocky reefs. With its tubular snout it sucks up small zooplankton and small crustaceans. Like all pipefishes the male carries the eggs in a brood pouch under the tail. The species is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Saw pipefish?
The Saw pipefish has a snake-like body, is mainly brown and shows a plain pattern. Long, stiff pipefish of gravel bottoms; the male carries the eggs in a brood pouch.
Where does the Saw pipefish live?
The Saw pipefish lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around stony or rocky ground. Indo-West Pacific; gravel bottoms around rocky reefs.
How big does the Saw pipefish get?
The Saw pipefish grows to a maximum of about 30 cm. On average the species is around 20 cm.
Is the Saw pipefish dangerous to humans?
No, the Saw pipefish is harmless to humans. None required: this species is harmless to humans.
Is the Saw pipefish edible?
The Saw pipefish is not usually eaten.
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Same genus Trachyrhamphus
More from the family Syngnathidae
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