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Barbour's seahorse

Hippocampus barbouri

Not Evaluated Saltwater
Max Length
15.0 cm
Depth Range
0-12m
Family

Physical Description

Measurement Value
Maximum Length 15.0 cm
Depth Range 0-12m

Habitat & Distribution

Neritic, coral reefs

Water Type
Saltwater
Depth Range
0-12m
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Taxonomy

Order Syngnathiformes (Seahorses & Pipefishes)
Family Syngnathidae (Seahorses & Pipefishes)
Species Hippocampus barbouri

Frequently Asked Questions

How big does Barbour's seahorse get?
Barbour's seahorse can grow up to 15.0 cm long.
Where is Barbour's seahorse found?
Neritic, coral reefs
What family does Barbour's seahorse belong to?
Barbour's seahorse (Hippocampus barbouri) belongs to the family Syngnathidae (Seahorses & Pipefishes) in the order Syngnathiformes (Seahorses & Pipefishes).

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