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Spiny Seahorse

Hippocampus histrix

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Actinopterygii ›Order: Syngnathiformes ›Family: Syngnathidae ›Genus: Hippocampus

About

The spiny seahorse (Hippocampus histrix), also referred to as the thorny seahorse, is a marine fish belonging to the family Syngnathidae, native from the Indo-Pacific area.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Spiny Seahorse?
The scientific name of Spiny Seahorse is Hippocampus histrix.
What is the conservation status of Spiny Seahorse?
The Spiny Seahorse has a conservation status of Vulnerable.
What kingdom does Spiny Seahorse belong to?
Spiny Seahorse belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Spiny Seahorse belong to?
Spiny Seahorse belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Spiny Seahorse belong to?
Spiny Seahorse belongs to the class Actinopterygii.
What order does Spiny Seahorse belong to?
Spiny Seahorse belongs to the order Syngnathiformes.
What family does Spiny Seahorse belong to?
Spiny Seahorse belongs to the family Syngnathidae.
What genus does Spiny Seahorse belong to?
Spiny Seahorse belongs to the genus Hippocampus.