Year: 2024
Type: article
Abstract: This study documents the first occurrence of a female ornate ghost pipefish, Solenostomus paradoxus (Pallas, 1770) from mainland India, collected at a depth of 40 m in the Arabian Sea. It provides the first detailed description of morphometric and meristic characteristics of this species from this region. Due to their small size, effective camouflage, and specific habitat needs, ornate ghost pipefish are challenging to study, and their solitary, seasonal behaviors further complicate research. This work adds valuable knowledge to the limited understanding of this elusive species and highlights the need for further exploration of underrepresented marine biodiversity.
Institution: Fishery Survey of India
Language: English
Subfield: Aquatic Science
Domain: Life Sciences
SDG: Life below water
Open Access status: diamond
OpenAlex ID: W4401596281