| Family: |
Syngnathidae (Pipefishes and seahorses), subfamily: Syngnathinae |
| Max. size: |
23 cm SL (male/unsexed) |
| Environment: |
demersal; marine |
| Distribution: |
Eastern Central Pacific: endemic to the northern Gulf of California. |
| Diagnosis: |
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| Biology: |
Ovoviviparous (Ref. 205). The male carries the eggs in a brood pouch which is found under the tail (Ref. 205). Males may be mature at 17.5 cm SL. |
| IUCN Red List Status: |
Data deficient (DD); Date assessed: 04 July 2016 Ref. (130435)
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| Threat to humans: |
harmless |
| Country info: |
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