Ocellated Pipefish (Corythoichthys ocellatus)
Fish in the family Syngnathidae. Hard care. Reef Safe.
Quick facts
Appearance
The Ocellated Pipefish is a slender, elongated fish with a tubular snout characteristic of the pipefish family. It displays a tan or brownish body with distinctive dark spot markings (ocelli) running along its sides and fins. The body is segmented with bony plates, giving it an armor-like appearance typical of Syngnathidae.
Diet and feeding
Feeds on small crustaceans and zooplankton in the wild. In captivity, requires frequent offerings of live copepods, amphipods, or small prepared foods designed for pipefish. Multiple daily feedings are necessary to meet metabolic needs.
Difficulty and care for the Ocellated Pipefish
Advanced - Requires experienced care due to sensitive nature specific habitat needs or complex dietary requirements. Best for expert aquarists.
Common health issues
Starvation, parasites, gas bubble disease, digestive issues from inadequate food
Origin and habitat
Indo-Pacific region, ranging from Indonesia and the Philippines west to the Great Barrier Reef and beyond. Found in shallow coastal reefs and seagrass beds.
Log Ocellated 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 Ocellated Pipefish alongside everything else in your reef.
Related Fish
