Tubemouth
NameTubemouth
Scientific NameSyngnathus typhle
Common NamesBroadnosed Pipefish, Deep-snouted Pipefish, Tubemouth
FamilySyngnathidae
OriginEastern Atlantic Ocean, Mediterranean Sea, Black Sea
Temperamentpeaceful
Dietcarnivore
Care Leveladvanced
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)50
Max Size (Inches)13.8
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)60-75
pH Range8.1-8.4
Compatible SpeciesSpecies-specific tank recommended, Other pipefish species (with caution), Small, slow-moving seahorses (with caution)
Description
The Tubemouth, also known as the Broadnosed Pipefish, is a long, slender marine fish perfectly camouflaged among seagrass. It possesses a distinctive tube-like snout used for sucking in small invertebrates. Males are responsible for brooding eggs in a specialized pouch.
