Author: (Linnaeus, 1758)
FBname: Snake pipefish
Comments: Adults inhabit inshore waters, among algae.  Females with 1,000 or more ovarian eggs (Ref. 6733).  Feed on small crustaceans and fish fry (Ref. 35388).  Ovoviviparous (Ref. 205).  The male carries the eggs in a brood pouch which is found under the tail (Ref. 205).