Tank Raised Lined Seahorse Pair - Hippocampus erectus
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The Hippocampus erectus Seahorse is a graceful and captivating marine species admired for its unique shape, curling tail, and peaceful demeanor. These seahorses are aquacultured for improved hardiness and adaptability, making them better suited for home aquariums than their wild-caught counterparts.
Description:
Common Name: Lined Seahorse
Scientific Name: Hippocampus erectus
Family: Syngnathidae
Size: Up to 6 inches (15 cm)
Temperament: Peaceful
Difficulty: Moderate
Reef Safe: With caution
Native Region:
Originally found in the Western Atlantic from Nova Scotia to Brazil, inhabiting seagrass beds, mangroves, and shallow coastal waters.
Aquarium Setup:
Tank Size: Minimum of 30 gallons for a pair
Temperature: 72–77°F (22–25°C)
pH: 8.0–8.4
Salinity: 1.020–1.025
Substrate: Fine sand or bare-bottom with hitching posts such as macroalgae, gorgonians, or artificial corals.
Additional Tips:
• Feeding: Requires frequent feedings of enriched frozen mysis shrimp.
• Tankmates: Best kept with other peaceful species or in a species-only tank.
• Behavior: Slow swimmers that use their tails to anchor to structures.
• Special Care: Avoid high flow; gentle water movement is preferred to prevent stress.