Author: (Rüppell, 1838)
FBname: Bellybarred pipefish
Comments: Adults occur in shallow coastal and estuarine waters, sometimes among mangroves.  Also found regularly in freshwater in the lower reaches of rivers (Ref. 4967, 44894) and tidal creeks (Ref. 44894).  Ovoviviparous (Ref. 205).  The male carries the eggs in a brood pouch which is found under the tail (Ref. 205).  Males maybe brooding at about 9.8 SL.