[3][2] The banded pipefish is widespread throughout the tropical waters of the Indo-Pacific region, Red Sea included.

[1] It inhabits tide pools, lagoons, and outer reef slopes in tropical climates.

[2] The banded pipefish has a straight, elongated body which reaches a maximum length of 19 cm (7.4 in).

These trails are thought to be mechanisms of camouflage for the pipefish whilst hiding in reeds.

[5] The female deposits her eggs in the male's pouch, where they develop.