Species FishWhite's Seahorse

White's Seahorse

Hippocampus whitei

RareFish
Illustration of White's Seahorse (Hippocampus whitei)

White's Seahorse is a small, delicate fish known for its unique horse-like head and curled tail. A memorable fact is that males carry the young in a brood pouch, showcasing a rare reproductive role reversal.

Habitat
Seagrass beds and coral reefs.
Diet
Feeds on small crustaceans and plankton.
How common
Rare

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