Ringed Pipefish (Dunckerocampus dactyliophorus)
Fish in the family Syngnathidae. Hard care. Reef Safe.
Quick facts
Appearance
A slender, elongated pipefish with a tubular snout and segmented body. Coloration is typically yellow to tan with distinctive dark brown or black bands encircling the body, giving it a ringed appearance. The body is relatively fragile and the fish moves slowly through seagrass and coral rubble.
Diet and feeding
Feed small live copepods, amphipods, and other zooplankton. Frozen foods like mysis shrimp and copepod roe can supplement live foods. Requires frequent small feedings to maintain health.
Difficulty and care for the Ringed Pipefish
The Ringed Pipefish is challenging to keep and recommended for experienced aquarists. It requires stable water conditions, regular microfauna availability, and careful feeding protocols, making it unsuitable for beginners.
Common health issues
Marine Ich, Fin Rot, Swim Bladder Disorder, Bacterial Infections, Fungal Infections
Origin and habitat
Indo-Pacific region, from Indonesia and the Philippines through the Great Barrier Reef to Vanuatu and the Solomon Islands. Found in shallow coral reef environments.
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