06/07/2023
Pygmy seahorse on a type of coral called a Gorgonian sea fan, about 40 ft (12 m) deep in Lembeh, Indonesia. 📸: Alex Mustard Underwater Photography There are 5 known species of pygmy sea horses that grow to an average size of 0.55 to 1.06 inches (1.4 to 2.7 cm). These tiny and delicate cuties live exclusively on gorgonian corals. They use their long tails to grab onto the branched sea fans and their amazing camouflage ability to match the coral's bright color and knobby texture.
