Network Pipefish

Scientific Name: Corythoichthys flavofasciatus
Species: Pipefishes (Syngnathidae)
Other names: Banded Pipefish, Yellow-banded Pipefish, Reticulated Pipefish

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Network Pipefish

Uploaded by: @Arpad in March 2011
Photographed at: Red Sea - Sudan
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Network Pipefish

Uploaded by: @Arpad in June 2011
Photographed at: Red Sea - Sudan
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Description

Also known as Banded Pipefish, Yellow-banded Pipefish and Reticulated Pipefish.

Found singly, pairs or in groups in shallow water, on rubble and sand patches of sheltered reefs.
They feed on tiny swimming invertebrates which they suck whole into their mouths.
Length - 18cm
Depth - 2-25m
Widespread Indo-Pacific

Pipefish are like seahorses in that the male gives birth!
The female deposits their eggs after fertilization into the males pouch to incubate the eggs for one month before giving birth. (edit)

Spotted

The Network Pipefish is found in or near the Indo-Pacific region(s) and has been photographed 2 times by user @Arpad

Related creatures

Many creatures change during their life. Juvenile fish become adults and some change shape or their colour. Some species change sex and others just get older. The following creature(s) are known relatives of the Network Pipefish. Click the image(s) to explore further or hover over to get a better view!