Hippocampus kuda
The yellow seahorse is scientifically known as Hippocampus kuda, and is a member of the Syngnathinae subfamily within the Syngnathidae family. It is closely related to other species of seahorses and pipefish, but is distinguished by its distinctive, yellow-colored body and spiny appendages.
Despite its unique and fascinating appearance, the yellow seahorse is considered to be vulnerable to extinction due to habitat loss and pollution.
The yellow seahorse is found in the waters of the Indo-Pacific region, including locations such as Australia, Japan, and the Philippines. It is most commonly found in shallow, coastal waters and seagrass beds.
The diet of the yellow seahorse consists primarily of small crustaceans such as shrimp and copepods. It uses its long, snout-like mouth to suck up its prey, and it has specialized gills that allow it to filter out small particles from the water.
In terms of behavior, the yellow seahorse is a relatively slow-moving fish that relies on its camouflage for protection. It is a solitary creature and tends to move slowly through the water, using its spiny appendages to blend in with its surroundings.
The Common Seadragon is scientifically known as Phyllopteryx taeniolatus, and is the only species in the Phyllopteryx genus. It is a member of the Hippocampinae subfamily within the Syngnathidae family, and is closely related to seahorses and pipefish.
Despite its name, these unique fish are considered to be vulnerable to extinction due to habitat loss and pollution.s
