Messmate Pipefish
Corythoichthys intestinalis
Messmate Pipefish

Identification: small dragon faced slim pipefish

Maximum Length: 6.7"

Origin:Western and South Pacific

Minimum tank size:  10 Gallon

Behavior:

Feeding and diet:  Difficult to feed properly. Live Baby brine shrimp, daphnia, mosquito larvae. Feed at least two times a day.

Reef Compatibility: Can be kept in a reef aquarium and benefit from the small crustaceans living on the rocks and sand.

Cautions: Has a very small mouth so tiny live food must be supplied.

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