Seahorse Tigertail Hippocampus Comes

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Tigertail Seahorse (Hippocampus comes)

Overview

The Tigertail Seahorse is a beautifully patterned and graceful species, recognized for its yellow to brown body marked with striking black vertical bands resembling tiger stripes. Slow-moving and peaceful, it’s a captivating species for dedicated aquarists seeking a unique and mesmerizing marine display.

Origin

Native to the Indo-Pacific region, particularly around Indonesia, Malaysia, and the Philippines, the Tigertail Seahorse inhabits shallow coastal reefs, seagrass beds, and mangrove areas where it anchors to vegetation or coral with its prehensile tail.

Feeding

A carnivorous species that feeds primarily on live or frozen mysis shrimp, copepods, and other small crustaceans. Seahorses require frequent, gentle feedings—typically two to three times per day—to maintain health and body condition.

Tank Mates

Best kept in a dedicated seahorse system or with other peaceful, slow-moving species such as pipefish and small gobies. Avoid fast or aggressive feeders that may outcompete them for food.

Aggression

Completely peaceful; Tigertail Seahorses are social and may be kept in pairs or small groups. They rely on calm tank environments with low flow and plenty of hitching posts.

Experience Level

Recommended for experienced aquarists due to their specialized feeding needs and sensitivity to strong currents. With proper care and stable water conditions, they adapt well and display fascinating behaviors.

Water Parameters

• Temperature: 72°F – 78°F (22°C – 26°C)

• Salinity: 1.020 – 1.025 SG

• pH: 8.1 – 8.4

• Alkalinity: 8 – 12 dKH

Graceful, gentle, and mesmerizing to watch, the Tigertail Seahorse is a truly special addition for seasoned marine keepers seeking a calm and enchanting display species.

Above images for illustration purposes only. Exact colours, patterns, and size may vary between individuals.

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