Seahorses & pipefish
SyngnathidaeSeahorses are the ultimate slow-dive reward — tiny, superbly camouflaged, and easy to swim right past. Pipefish are their stretched-out cousins, hiding in seagrass and along ropes. A good guide and sharp eyes make all the difference.
Last updated April 2026
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A slender, elongated relative of the seahorse, often mistaken for a piece of seagrass. Look for their straight, rigid bodies and tiny tubular snouts among posidonia beds.
Hovers vertically among seagrass blades, relying on near-perfect camouflage — move slowly to spot them.
© Jouni Kuisma
© Jouni Kuisma
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