Author: (Bleeker, 1853)
FBname: Ringed pipefish
Comments: Adults inhabit tide pools, lagoons, and outer reef slopes.  Found in caves and crevices.  Ovoviviparous (Ref. 205). Feeds on small invertebrates (Ref. 89972). The male carries the eggs in a brood pouch which is found under the tail (Ref. 205).  Have been reared in captivity (Ref. 35416). Solitary, pairs or in small aggregations in caves or under ledges (Ref 90102).