Syngnathidae (Pipefishes and seahorses), subfamily: Syngnathinae |
15 cm SL (male/unsexed) |
benthopelagic; freshwater; pH range: 6 - 8; dH range: 5 - 19 |
Asia: Indonesia, Malaysia, Brunei Darussalam, and Thailand. |
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Reported to feed on mosquito larvae. Ovoviviparous (Ref. 205). The male carries the eggs in a brood pouch which is found under the tail (Ref. 205). May brood at 10.4 SL. |
Data deficient (DD); Date assessed: 25 June 2018 Ref. (130435)
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harmless |
Known from the Rajang basin in Sarawak, Borneo (Ref. 57780). Also Ref. 5316. |
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