Gulf Pipefish (Syngnathus scovelli)
Fish in the family Syngnathidae. Expert care. Reef Safe.
Quick facts
Appearance
The Gulf Pipefish is a slender, elongated fish with a tubular snout and an upright posture. Body coloration ranges from tan to greenish-brown, often with subtle pattern variations that aid in camouflage among seagrass and algae.
Diet and feeding
Feed small live foods including copepods, amphipods, small mysid shrimp, and other small crustaceans. Pipefish are obligate live-food feeders and rarely accept frozen foods; consistent access to appropriate prey is essential for long-term survival.
Difficulty and care for the Gulf 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 Disease, Bacterial Infections, Parasitic Infestations
Origin and habitat
Coastal waters of the Gulf of Mexico and western Atlantic, from Texas to Florida and southward.
Log Gulf Pipefish in your reef tank
Reef Trak gives you the full record on every species in your tank: acquisition date, source, photos, parameters at time of stocking, and links to maintenance and feeding events. Track Gulf Pipefish alongside everything else in your reef.
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