Ichthyocampus bikiniensis Herald, 1953

Family:  Syngnathidae (Pipefishes and seahorses), subfamily: Syngnathinae
Max. size:  12.7 cm SL (male/unsexed)
Environment:  demersal; marine, non-migratory
Distribution:  Western Central Pacific: Marshall Islands.
Diagnosis:   
Biology:  Ovoviviparous (Ref. 205). The male carries the eggs in a brood pouch which is found under the tail (Ref. 205).
IUCN Red List Status: Not Evaluated (N.E.) Ref. (130435)
Threat to humans:  harmless


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