About Syngnathus taenionotus Canestrini, 1871
Taxonomy and Naming
The darkflank pipefish, scientifically named Syngnathus taenionotus Canestrini, 1871, is a species of pipefish that lives in the north-western Adriatic.
Habitat Types
This species can be found in both marine and brackish habitats.
Biological Traits
It is a demersal fish, and males of this species are ovoviviparous.
Size
Darkflank pipefish can grow to a maximum length of 19 centimetres, which equals 7.5 inches.
Microhabitat
They are most commonly found among detritus or vegetation on shallow muddy bottoms.
