Longsnout seahorse
Hippocampus reidi
Familia : Syngnathidae
Longsnout seahorse, recognizable by its elongated snout and prehensile tail.
Descripción
The longsnout seahorse has an elongated body covered with bony rings. Its head is horse-shaped with a long tubular snout. It uses its tail to cling to algae and corals. It moves slowly using its dorsal fin. Males incubate eggs in a brood pouch. It changes color for camouflage. Threatened by fishing and habitat destruction.
Hábitat
Región :
Seagrass beds, coral reefs
Distribución :
Parámetros recomendados
Cuidado
Notas de cuidado
Aquarium at least 100 liters, species-only or calm reef. Temperature 24-28°C, pH 8.1-8.4, salinity 1.020-1.025. Diet: brine shrimp, mysis, copepods, live or frozen food. Needs low flow and hitching posts. Compatible with peaceful fish, avoid aggressive species. Avoid stinging anemones and corals. Delicate care, for experienced aquarists.