Dwarf Seahorse Profile

The Dwarf Seahorse (Hippocampus zosterae) is a small species of seahorse, ranging in color from yellow, green, to brown, often with white speckles. Originating from the Gulf of Mexico and the Atlantic coast of the United States, it has a distinctive horse-like head, upright swimming posture, and a prehensile tail. Typically, it reaches up to 2 inches in length. In the aquarium hobby, it is known but requires specialized care due to its small size, specific dietary needs, and slow feeding habits, making it less common than some other seahorse species.