Harlequin Ghost Pipefish [Solenostomus paradoxus]
Description
The Harlequin Ghost Pipefish is a small, tropical marine fish found in the Western Pacific. It's known for its beautiful and intricate color patterns, which it uses for camouflage among the coral reefs and seagrass beds it inhabits. They are usually found in pairs and are believed to be monogamous.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Chordates
Chordata
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|---|---|
| Class |
Fish
Actinopterygii
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| Order |
Seahorses and Pipefishes
Syngnathiformes
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| Family |
Seahorses and Pipefishes
Syngnathidae
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| Genus |
Ghost Pipefishes
Solenostomus
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