Horsefish
Hippocampus erectus
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Saltwater
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 19,0 cm |
| Rango de Profundidad | 0-100m |
Habitat & Distribution
Neritic
Tipo de Agua
Saltwater
Rango de Profundidad
0-100m
Taxonomy
| Orden | Syngnathiformes (Seahorses & Pipefishes) |
| Familia | Syngnathidae (Seahorses & Pipefishes) |
| Especies | Hippocampus erectus |
Preguntas Frecuentes
How big does Horsefish get?
Horsefish can grow up to 19.0 cm long.
Where is Horsefish found?
Neritic
What family does Horsefish belong to?
Horsefish (Hippocampus erectus) belongs to the family Syngnathidae (Seahorses & Pipefishes) in the order Syngnathiformes (Seahorses & Pipefishes).
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