Seahorse
Hippocampus spp.
- Where
- Warm ocean waters worldwide
- Habitat
- Shallow coral reefs, sea grass beds
- Diet
- Small crustaceans, plankton
- Size
- 4-14 inches (10-35 cm)
- Lifespan
- 1-5 years in wild
- Conservation
- Critically endangered due to habitat loss and pollution
Fun Facts
- Males carry eggs under their tail
- Seahorses are the only species where males give birth
- They're poor swimmers, but excellent divers
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Prehensile tail that acts as fifth limb
Elaborate head with crown-like structure
No stomach, must eat constantly