#ornate ghost pipefish

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🐠 Daily Fish Fact: 🐠

The Ornate Ghost Pipefish, or harlequin ghost pipefish, is a false pipefish. The species' name comes from the Greek paradoxos, referring to this fish's unusual external features. Although relatively common, ornate ghost pipefish are very well-camouflaged and difficult to find. It occurs either as solitary individuals or in pairs, among floating weeds, or crinoids where the feed on mysids and small benthic shrimp.

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Ornate ghost pipefish juvenile

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Today's Topic: Dive into the depths of aquatic eccentricity with some of the world's weirdest fish. The Pacific Barreleye Fish, residing in the northern Pacific Ocean's dark abyss, boasts a transparent head and skin, housing eyes beneath its surface for an unparalleled view of the mysterious deep. Stargazer Fish, armed with venomous spines and electric shocks, lurks in seabed sediments with its comically upward-facing eyes, ready to ambush passing prey. The Flowerhorn Cichlid, a product of selective breeding in the aquarium trade, flaunts a unique nuchal hump on its forehead, implicated in mate attraction. Cuttlefish showcases its intelligence through intricate courtship rituals, while some males adopt a cunning sneaker strategy to deceive rivals. The notorious Blobfish, misunderstood due to its deep-sea habitat, resembles an elderly character. The Queen Parrotfish undergoes a nighttime transformation, secreting a mucus bubble for shelter. The Yellow Longnose Butterfly Fish sports a bizarrely extended snout to access hidden food in coral. Witness the underwater aerial acrobatics of Flying Fish, equipped with wings formed by elongated fins. Marvel at the Hairy Frogfish, a versatile predator with varied colors and unique walking abilities. The Red-Lipped Batfish, endemic to the Galápagos Islands, crawls along the seabed with modified fins and distinctive red lips. The Ornate Ghost Pipefish, while colorful, adheres to conventional reproduction, and the Sawfish, with its saw-like rostrum, challenges expectations in the aquatic realm. Explore these peculiar marine wonders, each boasting distinctive features that redefine the boundaries of underwater biodiversity."

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Creature Awaits #164

Each week I plan to feature an amazing creature, admiring God's fantastic artistry.  Hopefully it’ll brighten someone’s day to see something new and interesting if they haven’t seen it before. : )

(Ever-amazing photography by the extremely-skilled, Klaus Stiefel (CC BY-NC 2.0))

The Harlequin Ghost Pipefish

A.K.A: The Ornate Ghost Pipefish

Scientific Name: Solenostomus paradoxus

Region: Western Pacific through Indian Ocean Waters

Size: Up to 4.7" (~12cm) long

Interesting Notes: A relative of true pipefishes and seahorses, ghost pipefishes are usually found floating with their mouth facing downward, staying perfectly still, so, when combined with their translucent appearance, they blend surprisingly well with their surroundings as though a part of a piece of coral or ocean plant. 

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Ornate Ghost Pipefish (Solenostomus paradoxus), family Solenostomidae, Lembeh Strait, Sulawesi, Indonesia

photograph by Steve Childs

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No need to worry about this ghost… unless you’re a crustacean! The ornate ghost pipefish (Solenostomus paradoxus) haunts coral reefs and seaweed beds, where it feeds on organisms like small crustaceans and benthic shrimp. It can be spotted from East Africa to Australia in the tropical waters of the Indo-Pacific. This critter’s appearance can vary depending on its locale, with possible patterns of red and yellow distributed across its translucent body.

Photo: Etienne Gosse, CC BY 2.0, flickr 

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🥚 so many incredible creatures in this world

Ornate ghost pipefish!

(Solenostomus paradoxus)

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Ornate ghost pipefish (Solenostomus paradoxus) off the coast of Dauin in the Philippines

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Ornate Ghost Pipefish

This is an Ornate Ghost Pipefish (Solenostomus paradoxes) spotted while diving near Siladen island in Indonesia.

This is an Ornate Ghost Pipefish (Solenostomus paradoxes) spotted while diving near Siladen island in Indonesia. The species name come from the Greek paradoxos, referring to this fish’s unusual external features. Ghost pipefishes are related to seahorses.

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MV LUCKY MARIN LIVEABORD 

The Lucky Marine Liveaboard is a 27-meter/89-feet-long liveaboard taking 24 guests on dive safaris in Thailand’s Similan Islands and Lipeh Island. There are 12 air-conditioned cabins and a choice between a VIP Master cabin, a Deluxe Queen or Twin cabin, and triple cabins with bunk beds. One deluxe queen and one twin cabin can be converted into triple cabins. Trips aboard the Lucky Marine include three main meals and snacks, cookies, and fresh fruit throughout the day. Buffet-style meals plus an à-la-carte menu of Thai and European food will be served, and there is a BBQ during trips.

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Dive sites the Lucky Marine Liveaboard visits include Honeymoon Bay, where there are vibrant coral reefs; Tuna Wreck, Elephant Head Rock with its swim-throughs; Turtle Rock with its incredibly varied wildlife; Christmas Point with its colorful fish; Tachai Pinnacle with its large sea fans and small coral gardens; the legendary Richelieu Rock with all its macro creatures, Koh Bon - the best place to find manta rays in the region, and Boonsung Wreck, a dredger at 20 meters’ depth with its nudibranchs, crocodile fish, stonefish, lionfish and many others. Lucky Marine Liveaboard is a trip to remember.

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Book your diving safari aboard the Lucky Marine liveaboard today.

MV LUCKY MARIN LIVEABORD  Gallery

MV LUCKY MARIN LIVEABORD  Deck Plans

Boat features

Camera Station

Massage

Daily housekeeping

Audio & video entertainment

Air Conditioned saloon

Aircon Cabins

Sun Deck

Indoor Saloon

Non-Diver (Snorkeler) Friendly

Warm Water Showers

Outdoor Dining

Custom built for diving

Charging stations

En-Suite bathrooms

Free Internet

Paid Internet

Non-Smoking Rooms

Outside Showers

Family Cabins

Seaview Cabins

Separate Rinse for u/w Camera

Naturalist Itineraries

Dedicated Local & International Crew

Leisure Deck

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Available for Charter

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Ideal for divers and non-divers alike

Massages on board

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Nitrox available

MV LUCKY MARIN LIVEABORD   Accommodation

Master Cabin

1 double bed

Aircon with control

Ensuite Bathroom

Max 2 guests

Deluxe Cabin

1 single and 1 double bed

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Ensuite Bathroom

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Budget Cabin 2

2 single beds (twin)

Aircon with control

Shared Bathroom

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Budget Cabin 2 is located on the Main Deck. This has a shared bathroom and is furnished with an individually controlled air conditioning system. This cabin consists of 2 single bunk beds.

MV LUCKY MARIN  5D/4N 14 Dive Similan-Koh Bon-Tachai-Richelieu Rock NORTH ANDAMAN ITINERARY

MV LUCKY MARIN Liveaboard Information

Day 1

The Meeting point for check-in is after 18:00 pm at the stadium in front of Thap la mu pier (Phang Nga Province).

Check-in at the ship, boat briefing, and serve snacks. Departure time is around 22.00 pm

Day 2

4 dives/Similan: 3 Day dives + 1 Sunset dive

Day 3

4 dives/Similan: 3 Day dives + 1 Night dive

Day 4

4 dives/ Koh Tachai, Richelieu Rock: 3 Day dives + 1 Night dive

Day 5: 

3 dives/Similan Koh Bon-3 Day dives. Underway to Tablamu Pier, transfer by minibus back to Phuket approx: 18:00

Marine Life: Regular sightings of Manta Rays & Eagle rays at Koh Bon Pinnacle, as well as the usual Giant Trevailles & Napolean Wrasse. Koh Bon West Ridge can provide Mantis Shrimp, Nudibranch, Lion Fish, Trigger Fish, and big groups of Bat Fish. Richelieu Rock - Whale Sharks, Guitar Sharks, Nurse Sharks, Boxer Shrimp, Durban Dancing Shrimp (good for a manicure), Blue Line Cleaner Shrimps (teeth cleaning), Harlequin Shrimps (rare and beautiful), Tiger Tail Seahorse, Ornate Ghost Pipefish, Reef Top Pipefish, Bentstick Pipefish, and Pineapple Fish.

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* The itinerary description is provided by the boat operator

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The last dive of the trip will be on the penultimate day. Divers are recommended to wait for 24 hours before flying after the last dive.

Sample itineraries and maps are for illustrative purposes only. The exact route and sites visited are subject to change based on local regulations, guest experience, weather, and logistics and are at the Captain's discretion.

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Ornate Ghost Pipefish | Solenostomus paradoxus

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Mermay: Ornate ghost pipefish

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Ornate ghost pipefish | Solenostomus paradoxus

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Ornate Ghost Pipefish (Solenostomus paradoxus), family Solenostomidae, Lembeh Strait, Sulawesi, Indonesia

photograph by Manuae

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Ornate Ghost Pipefish