Author: (Günther, 1873)
FBname: Glittering pipefish
Comments: Adults inhabit reef flats to a depth of over 17 m.  Easily recognized by color but secretive and not often seen (Ref. 48635).  Ovoviviparous (Ref. 205).  The male carries the eggs in a brood pouch which is found under the tail (Ref. 205). Also seen in coral reefs in 1-20 m (Ref 90102).