A seahorse is a unique marine animal belonging to the family Syngnathidae, which also includes pipefish. What sets seahorses apart is their horse-like head and the fact that they swim upright. Their bodies are covered in bony plates instead of scales, giving them a distinct appearance. Interestingly, male seahorses are known for their role in reproduction; they carry fertilized eggs in a specialized pouch until they hatch. Seahorses inhabit shallow waters in coral reefs, seagrass beds, and mangroves, often relying on their ability to camouflage themselves among aquatic vegetation for protection from predators.