Dragon Seamoth

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Eurypegasus draconis

Dragon Seamoth, a reference photo
Photo: Sandra Raredon/Smithsonian Institution · Public domain

The little dragonfish or short dragonfish (Eurypegasus draconis) is a species of marine ray-finned fish in the family Pegasidae. It is widespread throughout the tropical waters of the Indo-Pacific, including the Red Sea.

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Is it venomous or poisonous?

We have no record of Dragon Seamoth being toxic, poisonous or venomous. That is not proof that it is safe. Never eat, touch or handle a wild plant, mushroom or animal on the strength of an identification; ask someone qualified.

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Classification

Kingdom
Animalia
Phylum
Chordata
Class
Actinopterygii
Order
Syngnathiformes
Family
Pegasidae
Species
Eurypegasus draconis

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