Genus

Common name: Pipefish

Scientific name: Dunckerocampus

Dunckerocampus is a genus of pipefishes, known for their elongated bodies and distinctive banded patterns. Members of this genus are popular in the reefkeeping hobby due to their unique appearance and behavior. They are generally peaceful and can be kept with other non-aggressive tank mates. These fish prefer environments with plenty of hiding places and a diet consisting of small live or frozen foods. They are known for their interesting mating rituals and the male's role in brooding eggs.

  1. Common name: Redstripe pipefish
    Scientific name: Dunckerocampus baldwini
  2. Ringed pipefish (Dunckerocampus dactyliophorus). Picture was taken in Lembeh Strait, Indonesia
    Common name: banded pipefish
    Scientific name: Dunckerocampus dactyliophorus
  3. Close-up of a Multibar pipefish Dunckerocampus multiannulatus with eggs
    Common name: Many-banded pipefish
    Scientific name: Dunckerocampus multiannulatus
  4. A Yellow Multibanded Pipefish also known as Dunckerocampus pessuliferus  Dauin Philippines
    Common name: Yellowbanded pipefish
    Scientific name: Dunckerocampus pessuliferus