Sea horse (Lat. Hippocampus guttulatus). Coastal fish species often found among meadows of Posidonia. It grows till 16 cm. With tail, sea-horse undertakes for objects on sea bottom. It swims upright and avoid predators by mimicking the colour of underwater plants. The body is variable in colour: greenish-brown, dark brown to black, yellow-green or reddish with numerous blue-white spots. Females laying eggs in males’ abdomen and embryonal development occurs three weeks. They are known to be ambush predators whom feed on live, moving food. It feeds with small crabs and fishes. It has no teeth and no stomach. Food passes through their digestive systems so quickly, they must eat almost constantly to stay alive. It is often taken as a souvenir, so it is endangered. It’s under protection.