Double-ended Pipefish (Syngnathoides biaculeatus) adult male, close-up of eggs in brood pouch on abdomen
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Double-ended Pipefish (Syngnathoides biaculeatus) adult male, close-up of eggs in brood pouch on abdomen
Double-ended Pipefish (Syngnathoides biaculeatus) adult male, close-up of eggs in brood pouch on abdomen, Lembeh Straits, Sulawesi, Sunda Islands, Indonesia, January
FLPA images of Wildlife and nature
Media ID 10085246
© FLPA/Colin Marshall
Brood Brooding Broods Care Carried Carries Carry Carrying Celebes Eggs Father Fathers Fish Fishes Greater Sunda Islands Indo Pacific Indonesia Indonesian Indopacific Lembeh Pacific Parent Parental Parents Pipefish Pipefishes Pouch Pouches Sea Fish Sea Fishes Sealife Sulawesi Sunda Syngnathidae Underwater
EDITORS COMMENTS
Father of the Year: This double-ended pipefish is taking parenting to a whole new level! With his brood pouch filled with eggs, this dedicated dad from Indonesia's Lembeh Straits is proudly showing off his precious cargo. In the world of marine life, it seems that dads can do it all - even carry their offspring around like a portable nursery. This incredible close-up shot captures the intricate details of this male nature coast animal as he fulfills his role as caretaker in the underwater realm. The vibrant colors and patterns on his abdomen highlight the beauty and diversity found in our oceans. As an Asian fish native to Southeast Asia, including Sulawesi Island, this species belongs to the Syngnathidae family known for its unique parental behavior. These devoted fathers are not only responsible for carrying and protecting their eggs but also ensuring their survival until they hatch. In this snapshot frozen in time, we witness a heartwarming display of love and dedication from one aquatic parent to another. Let's celebrate these amazing creatures who remind us that fatherhood knows no bounds - whether on land or beneath the waves.
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