| Family: |
Syngnathidae (Pipefishes and seahorses), subfamily: Syngnathinae |
| Max. size: |
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| Environment: |
demersal; marine; depth range 2 - 40 m |
| Distribution: |
Eurasia: Black Sea and Sea of Azov. |
| Diagnosis: |
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| Biology: |
Found in rocky bottoms with algae (Ref. 126547). Ovoviviparous (Ref. 205). The male carries the eggs in a brood pouch which is found under the tail (Ref. 205). |
| IUCN Red List Status: |
Data deficient (DD); Date assessed: 20 July 2013 Ref. (130435)
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| Threat to humans: |
harmless |
| Country info: |
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