Black-striped Pipefish
NameBlack-striped Pipefish
Scientific NameSyngnathus abaster
Common NamesBlack-striped Pipefish, Short-snouted Pipefish
FamilySyngnathidae
OriginEastern Atlantic Ocean, Mediterranean Sea, Black Sea
Temperamentpeaceful
Dietcarnivore
Care Levelintermediate
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)20
Max Size (Inches)8
Water TypeBrackish
Temperature Range (°F)68-77
pH Range7.5-8.4
Compatible SpeciesSeahorses (of similar size and temperament), Other small, peaceful pipefish species, Small gobies, Small blennies, Mandarinfish (in mature tanks with ample copepods)
Description
The Black-striped Pipefish is a slender, elongated fish with a distinctive long snout, often camouflaged among seagrasses and algae. It is known for its slow, deliberate movements and specialized diet of small live invertebrates. Males carry the eggs in a brood pouch, making them fascinating subjects for dedicated aquarists.
