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'Seahorse' is a

Solve this multiple-choice question and check the correct answer with its explanation below.

Answer options

  1. Mammal
  2. Plant
  3. Fish
  4. None of the above

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: Fish

Explanation: The Seahorse is a type of fish found in shallow coastal waters. 📚 Other Information: ▪️ Scientific name: Hippocampus spp. ▪️ Belongs to the family Syngnathidae. ▪️ Unlike most fish, it swims upright and has a horse-like head. ▪️ Males carry eggs in a pouch — a rare case of male pregnancy in animals. ▪️ Found mainly in tropical and temperate waters. ▪️ It uses its tail to anchor itself to seaweed or coral. ▪️ Protected under wildlife conservation acts in many countries. ▪️ Used in traditional medicines in some Asian cultures.