Gulf Pipefish
NameGulf Pipefish
Scientific NameSyngnathus scovelli
Common NamesGulf Pipefish, Scovell's Pipefish
FamilySyngnathidae
OriginWestern Atlantic Ocean, Gulf of Mexico, Caribbean Sea, Estuaries from Maryland to Texas and south to Brazil
Temperamentpeaceful
Dietcarnivore
Care Levelintermediate
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)20
Max Size (Inches)8
Water TypeBrackish
Temperature Range (°F)72-80
pH Range7.5-8.4
Compatible SpeciesSmall, peaceful gobies, Mollies (in brackish setups), Other small, non-aggressive pipefish species, Small, slow-moving marine invertebrates
Description
The Gulf Pipefish is a slender, elongated fish known for its excellent camouflage, blending into seagrass beds and estuaries. They possess a distinctive pipe-like snout used to feed on small invertebrates. Males are responsible for carrying eggs in a brood pouch.
