After seahorse fertilization, the male seahorse carries the fertilized eggs in a special pouch on his abdomen until they are ready to hatch. The male seahorse provides oxygen and nutrients to the developing embryos through the pouch walls. Depending on the species, the gestation period can last from 10 to 25 days.
Once the seahorse fry are fully developed, they will emerge from the male's pouch as miniature versions of adult seahorses. They are typically independent from birth and will begin hunting for food immediately.
Seahorses have a relatively low survival rate in the wild, with only a small percentage of offspring reaching adulthood. They face threats from predators, habitat degradation, and human activities such as overfishing and the aquarium trade.
Despite these challenges, seahorses are important members of marine ecosystems, playing a role in controlling prey populations and serving as indicators of ecosystem health. Conservation efforts are underway to protect seahorse populations and their habitats.
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