Author: (Günther, 1870)
FBname: Sculptured pipefish
Comments: Inhabits intertidal reef flats.  Also found in seagrass habitats to few meters depth (Ref. 48635).  Ovoviviparous (Ref. 205).  The male carries the eggs in a brood pouch which is found under the tail (Ref. 205).  Males may be brooding at 4.6 cm SL (Ref. 30874).  Seen in lagoons and seaward reefs in 0-6 m (Ref 90102).