Fin's Fish Guide
The Shorthead pipefish (Siokunichthys breviceps) is a saltwater fish of the family Syngnathidae that grows up to 15 cm.
Description
The Shorthead pipefish is a pipefish (Syngnathidae) from shallow reef and seagrass water of the Indo-West Pacific. The species grows to about 10 cm and has a very slender, armoured, tubular body with a long, tubular snout and a small, toothless mouth. As a calm dweller of coral, seagrass and weed it 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 Shorthead pipefish?
The Shorthead pipefish has a snake-like body and is mainly brown.
Where does the Shorthead pipefish live?
The Shorthead pipefish lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around stony or rocky ground. Asia: Australia, Indonesia, Mozambique, Philippines
How big does the Shorthead pipefish get?
The Shorthead pipefish grows to a maximum of about 15 cm.
Is the Shorthead pipefish dangerous to humans?
No, the Shorthead 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 Siokunichthys
More from the family Syngnathidae
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