Robust Ghostpipefish
NameRobust Ghostpipefish
Scientific NameSolenostomus cyanopterus
Common NamesRobust Ghostpipefish, Rough-snout Ghostpipefish
FamilySolenostomidae
OriginIndo-Pacific, Red Sea, East Africa, Western Pacific
Temperamentpeaceful
Dietcarnivore
Care Levelexpert
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)30
Max Size (Inches)6.7
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)72-78
pH Range8.1-8.4
Compatible SpeciesSeahorses (large, slow-moving species), Pipefish (other compatible species in a large, specialized tank), Small, very peaceful, non-competitive invertebrates or fish
Description
The Robust Ghostpipefish is a master of camouflage, mimicking seagrass or debris with its elongated body and leaf-like appendages. These fascinating marine fish are ambush predators, feeding on tiny crustaceans. They are known for their unique parental care, where the female carries the eggs in a brood pouch formed by her modified pelvic fins.
