Author: (Regan, 1903)
FBname: Many-banded pipefish
Comments: Common among coral and in reef caves and crevices; usually found in pairs.  Nearly always seen swimming upside down against ceiling of caves (Ref. 48635).  Ovoviviparous (Ref. 205).  The male carries the eggs in a brood pouch which is found under the tail (Ref. 205).