| Syngnathidae (Pipefishes and seahorses), subfamily: Syngnathinae |
| 34.95 cm TL (male/unsexed) |
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demersal; marine |
| Southwest Pacific: endemic to New Zealand and the Auckland Islands. |
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| Occurs in intertidal algal beds, as well as wharves and pilings. Usually at depths less than 7.5 m. Ovoviviparous (Ref. 205). The male carries the eggs in a brood pouch which is found under the tail (Ref. 205). Males probably brooding at about 24-25 cm TL. |
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Least Concern (LC); Date assessed: 20 January 2016 Ref. (130435)
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| harmless |
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