Hippocampus reidi

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Brazilian Seahorse
Brazilian Seahorse
Species	Hippocampus reidi
Difficulty	Challenging
Min. Tank Size	113.562 liters 113,562.353 mL 30 US Gallons (113.6L)
Size	20.32 cm 6-8 " (15.2-20.3cm)
pH	8.1 - 8.4
Temp.	294.261 K 21.111 °C 529.67 °R 296.483 K 23.333 °C 533.67 °R70 -74 °F (21.1-23.3°C)
Water Hardness	8-12
Stocking Ratio	1:1 M:F
Availability	Uncommon
Diet	Carnivore Live Foods
Life Span	3-5 years

[edit] Alternative names

Brazilian Seahorse, Great Brazilian Seahorse, Longsnout Seahorse, Slender Seahorse

[edit] Origin

The Western Atlantic, from Bermuda to Brazil.

[edit] Sexing

Once mature, the males have pouches on their abdomen, the females have none.

[edit] Tank compatibility

They will do best in species tanks, fast aggressive fish must be avoided, and peaceful community fish may outcompete the seahorse to food. Clams must also be avoided as there's a danger they may close on the seahorse. Crabs and hermits can damage the seahorse.

[edit] Diet

An ambush predator, they will not hunt for food around the tank and are best target fed with foods such as frozen mysis shrimp, krill or red shrimp. Some may be fussy and only take live food.

[edit] Feeding regime

Twice a day.

[edit] Environment Specifics

Needs an SG of 1.020-1.025 and a tank at least 16" high.

[edit] Behaviour

Peaceful fish, like most seahorses, not overly active and a slow swimmer. Will spend it's days snuffling for food and interacting with other seahorses.

[edit] Identification

Coloured in various shades of yellow, from red to mustard yellow, often with darker spots.

[edit] Pictures

[edit] External links

• Fishbase
• World of Seahorses
• Fish Forums.net