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Kuiter's dragonet - Dactylopus kuiteri Kareko Batu, Lembeh.<br />
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  1. Such a spectacular "carpet", their patterns truly are mind blowing! Posted 6 years ago
    1. Yes, they are really beautiful and blend in very well with their sandy habitat. Posted 6 years ago

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"Dactylopus kuiteri", known commonly as the Kuiter's dragonet, is a species of marine fish in the family Callionymidae. The Kuiter's dragonet is widespread throughout the tropical waters of the central Indo-Pacific region and particularly around Indonesia.

Similar species: Pipefishes And Seahorses
Species identified by Patomarazul
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By Patomarazul

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Uploaded Jan 3, 2019. Captured May 28, 2018 02:54 in Unnamed Road, Batukota, Lembeh Utara, Kota Bitung, Sulawesi Utara, Indonesia.
  • TG-5
  • f/4.0
  • 1/250s
  • ISO100
  • 7.34mm