[Campbell Biology P.778] Which unique reproductive characteristic is mentioned for the sea h... | Practice Question

Which unique reproductive characteristic is mentioned for the sea horse Hippocampus ramulosus in the provided text?

  • A: It lays eggs in coral reefs.
  • B: The male carries the young during their embryonic development.
  • C: It forms large schooling groups for reproduction.
  • D: It undergoes external fertilization in brackish waters.

Explanation

The text states: 'Sea horses are unusual among animals in that the male carries the young during their embryonic development.'