Can You See Me Now? -
Seahorses are masters of camouflage with blotchy skin patterns that help break up their outline. They can also change color to match their surroundings. Their skin is often covered with organisms such as algae that provide further camouflage and protection from predators. Seahorses are not fast at changing color, requiring a few minutes to change color.
Pregnant Fathers?
- During courtship, the male and female intertwine their tails to allow the female to position herself over the male’s brood pouch. The female deposits long sticky strings of eggs (250-650 eggs) into the pouch. The eggs are fertilized by sperm inside the male’s pouch and the resulting embryos develop for 20-21 days. The male gives birth holding fast to a plant stem while ejecting the fully independent young who receive no further care or assistance from either parent.
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