Bentstick Pipefish
NameBentstick Pipefish
Scientific NameTrachyrhamphus bicoarctatus
Common NamesBentstick Pipefish, Double-ended Pipefish, Bent-stick Pipefish
FamilySyngnathidae
OriginIndo-Pacific, Red Sea, South Africa, Japan, Australia, New Caledonia
Temperamentpeaceful
Dietcarnivore
Care Leveladvanced
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)30
Max Size (Inches)20
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)72-78
pH Range8.1-8.4
Compatible SpeciesSmall gobies (e.g., Trimma gobies), Small blennies, Seahorses (with careful consideration), Other very docile pipefish species
Description
The Bentstick Pipefish is a long, slender marine fish known for its stick-like appearance and bent posture, allowing it to camouflage effectively among seagrass or rubble. It possesses a distinctive long, tube-like snout used for preying on tiny crustaceans. This species is a specialized carnivore requiring a constant supply of live foods and a calm, mature aquarium environment.
