Black-Lined Pipefish (Siokunichthys nigrolineatus)
Fish in the family Syngnathidae. Expert care. Reef Safe.
Quick facts
Appearance
Slender, elongated body with a distinctive black or dark brown longitudinal stripe running the length of the body against a pale or tan background. Pipefish possess a tubular snout and segmented body armor typical of the Syngnathidae family.
Diet and feeding
Feed small live or frozen copepods, amphipods, and other small crustaceans. Siokunichthys nigrolineatus requires frequent small feedings to meet its high metabolic needs and may be slow to accept non-live food initially.
Difficulty and care for the Black-Lined Pipefish
Advanced - Requires experienced care due to sensitive nature specific habitat needs or complex dietary requirements. Best for expert aquarists.
Common health issues
Marine Ich, Fin Rot, Swim Bladder Disorder, Hole-in-the-Head Disease, Velvet
Origin and habitat
Indo-Pacific region, particularly found in reef environments from Indonesia through the Philippines to Papua New Guinea.
Log Black-Lined Pipefish in your reef tank
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