The Lined Seahorse is easily recognized by its elongated body and prehensile tail, which it uses to anchor itself to seagrasses or corals. Males are known for carrying and nurturing the young in a special pouch.
Habitat
Typically found in shallow coastal waters with seagrass beds.
Diet
Feeds on small crustaceans and plankton.
How common
Uncommon
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