Aquaria
Leafy Seadragon

Leafy Seadragon

NameLeafy Seadragon
Scientific NamePhycodurus eques
Common NamesLeafy Seadragon
FamilySyngnathidae
OriginSouthern Australia
Temperamentpeaceful
Dietcarnivore
Care Levelexpert
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)120
Max Size (Inches)14
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)60-68
pH Range8.1-8.4
Compatible SpeciesNone

Description

The Leafy Seadragon is a master of camouflage, adorned with leaf-like appendages that allow it to blend seamlessly with seaweed and kelp in its native Australian waters. These delicate and slow-moving marine fish are highly specialized, requiring pristine water conditions and a diet of live mysis shrimp or similar small crustaceans. Due to their unique needs and conservation status, they are rarely kept in home aquariums and are considered an expert-level species.

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