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Seahorses are a genus (hippocampus) of fish belonging to the family Syngnathidae , which also includes pipe fish and leafy sea dragons.there are over 32 species of seahorse , mainly found in shallow tropical and temperate waters throughout the world They prefer to live in sheltered areas such as sea grass beds, coral reefs, or mangroves.
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How many types of seahorses are there?
There are at least 35 species of seahorse worldwide. They range in size from just 2cm long to 35cm in length.
How many species of seahorses are there?
Marine biologists have classified at least 47 species, and there may be more.
Is a seahorse diurnal?
Seahorses hitch themselves to something when it is time for them to settle down and get some rest. They curl their tail around something and fall asleep.
Are seahorses yellow?
many seahorses are different colors the common seahorse are yellowish goldish
How many different kinds of seahorses are there in the world?
47
Are seahorses supposed 2 live in a tank on their own?
Seahorses do best is a species only tank. The number you can keep depends on the size of your tank and the species you are keeping. If your tank is large you can keep many seahorses together. You can also keep same sex tanks; they don't need to keep them in pairs.
Are seahorses endangering other species?
no. they are endangered.
In what animal species does the male look after the offspring almost exclusively?
Seahorses seahorses look after ofspring exclusively
Can seahorses live in an aquarium?
Yes, many species can and are kept by expert aquarists in aquariums. Seahorses are notoriously difficult to care for though, and require very specialized aquariums and diet.
What type of people discovered seahorses?
They are called, 'Marine Biologists.' There are so many species of seahorses found by different Marine Bilogists to list. Just recently there was the smallest seahorse ever found. Please go to: http://www.publicaffairs.ubc.ca/media/releases/2003/mr-03-41.html
How many seahorses are born in a year?
Every year there can be a different amount of them born at a time.
When were seahorses listed as an endangered species?
They were listed endangered years ago.
