Trachyrhamphus longirostris
Stick Pipefish
Found on sand, rubble and sea grass beds. Can be seen alone or in pairs, laying motionless on the substrate with its head protruding. The head and snout portion of the body are usually darker than the rest of the body and can be almost black. The rest of the body is typically brown, cream or gray in colour. Can be distinguished by its large size.
DIVE SITES
Types of Habitats
Please note that the variety of critters depends on the season and changes dive sites to dive site
Sand & Rubble
Lembeh’s iconic muck sites feature gentle slopes of volcanic sand scattered with debris, sponges, algae, and rubble.
Coral
Many soft and hard coral species live and thrive here, in the nutrient-rich waters of the Lembeh Strait.
Mixed
With a combination of reef and muck dives, you can enjoy a world of diving experiences in one location.
