Petersen's Pipefish [Petersenaspis feeleri]
Description
Petersen's Pipefish, scientifically known as Petersenaspis feeleri, is a marine species belonging to the family Syngnathidae. Often found in coral reefs, seagrass beds, and sandy areas in the Indo-Pacific region, this species prefers shallow coastal waters. It's a small, elongated fish with a unique pipe-like shape, a characteristic feature of the pipefish family. It has a brownish color and a series of white spots along its body. The species is known for its secretive behavior, often hiding among seagrass and coral reefs. Like other pipefish, it exhibits male pregnancy, where the male carries the eggs in a brood pouch until they hatch.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Segmented Worms
Annelida
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|---|---|
| Class |
Polychaetes
Polychaeta
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| Order |
Canalipalpata
Canalipalpata
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| Family |
Sternaspids
Sternaspidae
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| Genus |
Petersenaspis
Petersenaspis
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