| Syngnathidae (Pipefishes and seahorses), subfamily: Syngnathinae |
| 7.5 cm TL (male/unsexed) |
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benthopelagic |
| Western Atlantic: Canada (Ref. 5951) to North Carolina, USA and Bermuda to the West Indies; extending to northern South America (Ref. 7251). Lesser Antilles (Ref. 26938). |
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| A semi-pelagic and insular species commonly found in shallow turtle-grass beds (Ref. 5521). Ovoviviparous (Ref. 205). The male carries the eggs in a brood pouch which is found under the tail (Ref. 205). |
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(Ref. 96402)
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| harmless |
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