Photo Image Velvet Ghostpipefish Solenostomus sp.

VELVET GHOSTPIPEFISH

Solenostomus sp.

Found in rubble and in soft bottom areas, where it seeks protection among purple finger-like sponges of the same colour. Usually found in pairs.
Frequency of sightings:
Rare
Best time of year:
All year round
Remarks:
Up to 20m depth, length to 8cm, (classification uncertain)
Divesites seen at:
Air Prang, Air Prang 2, Air Prang 3, Aw Shucks, Nudi Falls, Nudi Retreat, TK 1, TK2, TK3

Taxonomical order of this critter:
Veterbrate
Reef & Sea Grass
Buttom Dweller
Ghostpipefish
-	Halimeda Ghostpipefish
-	Ornate Ghostpipefish
-	Robust Ghostpipefish
-	Rough-snout Ghostpipefish
-	Velvet Ghostpipefish