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Ornate pipefish

Halicampus macrorhynchus

Not Evaluated Saltwater
Max Length
18.0 cm
Depth Range
3-25m
Family

Physical Description

Measurement Value
Maximum Length 18.0 cm
Depth Range 3-25m

Habitat & Distribution

Coral reefs

Water Type
Saltwater
Depth Range
3-25m
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Taxonomy

Order Syngnathiformes (Seahorses & Pipefishes)
Family Syngnathidae (Seahorses & Pipefishes)
Species Halicampus macrorhynchus

Frequently Asked Questions

How big does Ornate pipefish get?
Ornate pipefish can grow up to 18.0 cm long.
Where is Ornate pipefish found?
Coral reefs
What family does Ornate pipefish belong to?
Ornate pipefish (Halicampus macrorhynchus) belongs to the family Syngnathidae (Seahorses & Pipefishes) in the order Syngnathiformes (Seahorses & Pipefishes).

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