| Family: |
Syngnathidae (Pipefishes and seahorses), subfamily: Nerophinae |
| Max. size: |
15.5 cm SL (male/unsexed) |
| Environment: |
demersal; freshwater; depth range - 5 m |
| Distribution: |
Oceania: endemic to New Caledonia. |
| Diagnosis: |
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| Biology: |
Occurs in rivers to elevations of at least 8 m. Ovoviviparous (Ref. 205). The male carries the eggs in a brood pouch which is found under the tail (Ref. 205). Males may be brooding at about 10 cm SL. |
| IUCN Red List Status: |
Data deficient (DD); Date assessed: 26 November 2015 Ref. (130435)
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| Threat to humans: |
harmless |
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