Longsnout Stickpipefish [Centropogon longirostris]
Description
The Longsnout Stickpipefish is a marine species commonly found in the Western Central Pacific. It has a very elongated body and a long snout, hence its name. It resides in coral reefs and is known for its camouflage abilities, blending in with the coral and sea grasses. It feeds on small crustaceans and other invertebrates. The Longsnout Stickpipefish is a slow swimmer and often stays hidden to avoid predators.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Chordates
Chordata
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|---|---|
| Class |
Fish
Actinopterygii
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| Order |
Scorpionfishes and Flatheads
Scorpaeniformes
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| Family |
Waspfishes
Tetrarogidae
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| Genus |
Centropogon
Centropogon
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