Mitotichthys meraculus (Whitley, 1948)
Western crested pipefish

Family:  Syngnathidae (Pipefishes and seahorses), subfamily: Syngnathinae
Max. size:  22.2 cm SL (female)
Environment:  demersal; marine
Distribution:  Eastern Indian Ocean: Western Australia.
Diagnosis:   
Biology:  Occurs inshore (Ref. 75154). Ovoviviparous (Ref. 205). The male carries the eggs in a brood pouch which is found under the tail (Ref. 205).
IUCN Red List Status: Data deficient (DD); Date assessed: 16 December 2015 Ref. (130435)
Threat to humans:  harmless


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