Mushroom-coral Pipefish
NameMushroom-coral Pipefish
Scientific NameSiokunichthys nigrolineatus
Common NamesMushroom-coral Pipefish, Black-lined Pipefish, Bent-nose Pipefish
FamilySyngnathidae
OriginIndo-Pacific
Temperamentpeaceful
Dietcarnivore
Care Leveladvanced
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)20
Max Size (Inches)5
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)72-78
pH Range8.1-8.4
Compatible SpeciesSeahorses (compatible species), Small, peaceful gobies, Mandarinfish (in large, mature tanks), Other small, non-aggressive pipefish
Description
The Mushroom-coral Pipefish is a slender, cryptic marine fish often found camouflaged among mushroom corals. It typically exhibits a pale body with a distinctive red or black line through its eye. These shy carnivores require a mature reef aquarium with ample microfauna for feeding.
