| Family: |
Syngnathidae (Pipefishes and seahorses), subfamily: Syngnathinae |
| Max. size: |
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| Environment: |
demersal; marine, non-migratory |
| Distribution: |
Western Atlantic: Reported from USA. Has possibly become extinct due to habitat loss (Ref. 27438). |
| Diagnosis: |
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| Biology: |
In coastal lagoon habitats. Ovoviviparous (Ref. 205). The male carries the eggs in a brood pouch which is found under the tail (Ref. 205). |
| IUCN Red List Status: |
Not Evaluated (N.E.) Ref. (130435)
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| Threat to humans: |
harmless |
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