Least Concern· population decreasing· assessed 2026

Ornate Ghost Pipefish

Solenostomus paradoxus

Sighting evidence at Yoda, Izu Peninsula

Ornate ghost pipefish are seasonally abundant at Yoda from late spring through autumn, drifting head-down among crinoids and black coral to mimic their host's feathery arms. Unlike true pipefish, females brood eggs in a pouch formed by fused pelvic fins, and pairs are often found together in a slow, synchronised hover.

Evidence at this site

2 records within 25 km

Confidence: low

Last confirmed Dec 2025

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How is this calculated?

Sighting evidence is compiled from iNaturalist observation records within a set proximity radius, filtered for quality-grade observations. “Last confirmed” is the date of the most recent research-grade record. Record count covers a rolling 24-month window. Confidence reflects record count, recency, and consistency of seasonal signal.

Ornate Ghost Pipefish

Evidence at this site

Seasonality

Also seen at other sites