Description

Seahorse skeleton, Female, mounted in a Black Wooden Frame.  You will receive this exact specimen, and the frame is 6 x 13 x” deep.  The skeleton is 3 7/8″ long.

Seahorses are unique and elusive marine creatures that play a subtle yet important role in local reef ecosystems.

This specimen was acquired legally from waters around the USA, and is only for sale where they are legal within the US.

Key Features:

• Size: Varies, but typically around 6–15 cm in length.
• Coloration: Can change color to blend with surroundings—usually brown, grey, yellow, or reddish.
• Morphology: Prehensile tail, horse-like head, and armored body with small dorsal fins for swimming.

Behavior:

• Habitat: Prefer coral reefs, seagrass beds, or areas with plenty of marine debris or vegetation to anchor to.
• Feeding: Feed on small crustaceans and plankton by sucking them in through their tubular snout.
• Movement: Poor swimmers; rely on camouflage and cling to objects using their tails.

Reproduction:

• Male pregnancy: Males carry the fertilized eggs in a brood pouch and give birth to live young.
• Breeding often occurs during warmer months.

Conservation:

• Seahorses may be under threat from habitat degradation, pollution, and collection for the aquarium trade.
• They are protected under international regulations (CITES Appendix II).

While not commonly seen by casual snorkelers, seahorses are fascinating symbols of marine biodiversity and the need for ongoing ocean conservation.

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