Hippocampus japapigu
| Scientific name | Hippocampus japapigu |
|---|---|
| Descriptor | Short, Smith, Motomura, Harasti & Hamilton |
| Year of description | 2018 |
| IUCN category | NE |
| Family | Syngnathidae |
| Genus | Hippocampus |
Introduction
Hippocampus japapigu is a little salt water fish from the Sea of Japan.
Who is it?
Morphology
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Average size1 cm
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Maximum size2 cm
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Mimicrycoral
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Average size1 cm
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Maximum size2 cm
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Mimicrycoral
How to recognize Hippocampus japapigu ?
Hippocampus japapigu measures between 1 and 2 cm. Given its small size, this species is commonly referred to as a "dwarf" animal. This fish is tricolore with a predominantly rouge, marron and beige body.
Sexual dimorphism
Behaviour & Life cycle
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dietcarnivorous
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Sociabilityliving in small groups
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territorialNo
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Way of livingdiurnal
Hippocampus japapigu is a fish living in small groups naturally found in the vegetation. This species is carnivorous . Measuring only a few centimeters, this small species tends to be discreet and hide in the presence of larger neighbors.
n general, this species does not care much about other animals crossing its path.
Reproduction
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Migratory speciesNo
Hippocampus japapigu is a fish ovovivipare.
Harmless species
This species does not represent any particular threats to humans when encountered in its natural environment.
Where to find it?
What is its habitat?
Natural environment characteristics
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Temperature24 - 28 °C
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Depth5 - 15 m
Biotope presentation
Hippocampus japapigu is most often found at a depth between 5m and 15m. However, it is not impossible to find this species at other depths.
Fishkeeping
Not recommended
We do not recommend keeping this species in an aquarium. It has unpredictable needs which, if not met, generate significant stress, potentially leading to a shorter life expectancy, an interruption of its growth or the development of pathogens.
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