Microphis ocellatus (Duncker, 1910)
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 Family:  Syngnathidae (Pipefishes and seahorses), subfamily: Syngnathinae
 Max. size:  12.5 cm SL (male/unsexed)
 Environment:  demersal, potamodromous
 Distribution:  Asia: Sri Lanka and Indonesia.
 Diagnosis:   
 Biology:  Occupies the upper middle strata of the water column along the sides of slow-flowing, perennial rivers and usually occurs among marginal weeds and roots (Ref. 6028). Probably feeds on zooplankton in the wild. Ovoviviparous (Ref. 205). The male carries the eggs in a brood pouch which is found under the tail (Ref. 205). Males may be brooding at 8.5 cm SL.
 IUCN Red List Status: Data deficient  (Ref. 96402)
 Threat to humans:  harmless
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 Entered by: Luna, Susan M. - 25.07.94
 Modified by: Luna, Susan M. - 23.01.05

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