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Aguja

Syngnathus folletti

Not Evaluated Saltwater
Depth Range
?-30m
Family

Overview

Aguja (Syngnathus folletti) is a marine fish of the family Syngnathidae (Seahorses & Pipefishes), in the order Syngnathiformes. It has been recorded to depths of 30 m.

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About

The aguja folletti (Syngnathus folletti) is a saltwater pipefish found in coastal marine environments of the southwestern Atlantic. It belongs to the family Syngnathidae and, like other pipefish, has a slender, elongated body enclosed in bony rings.

Habitat & Distribution

Water Type
Saltwater
Depth Range
?-30m

Taxonomy

Order Syngnathiformes (Seahorses & Pipefishes)
Family Syngnathidae (Seahorses & Pipefishes)
Species Syngnathus folletti

Frequently Asked Questions

What family does Aguja belong to?
Aguja (Syngnathus folletti) belongs to the family Syngnathidae (Seahorses & Pipefishes) in the order Syngnathiformes (Seahorses & Pipefishes).

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