Author: Kaup, 1856
FBname: Bluestripe pipefish
Comments: Uncommon, cryptic species (Ref. 5227), prefers crevices in rocks and corals and areas beneath ledges (Ref. 28023).  Occurs in lagoon and seaward reefs to a depth of  45 m or more (Ref. 9710).  Benthopelagic (Ref. 58302).  Often seen in pairs.  Uses its tubelike snout to ingest small crustaceans and plankton (Ref. 28023).  Ovoviviparous (Ref. 205).  The male carries the eggs in a brood pouch which is found under the tail (Ref. 205).