At just Up to 0.5 g, the Leafy Sea Dragon is one of the lightest carnivore fish (#10 of 10). Found in Southern Australia, it inhabits seaweed beds habitats.
Physical Characteristics & Habitat
Size & Speed
| Metric | Leafy Sea Dragon | Carnivore Fish Median | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Weight | 0.0 kg | 55 kg | ↓ 100% |
| Height | 35 cm | — | — |
Habitat & Distribution
The Leafy Sea Dragon inhabits seaweed beds habitats. It can be found in Southern Australia.
Typical coloring: Brown, Green.
Diet & Predators
Behavior & Reproduction
Social Structure
The Leafy Sea Dragon is a solitary species belonging to the Syngnathidae family.
Reproduction
Conservation & Comparison
IUCN Conservation Status
NT The Leafy Sea Dragon is classified as Near Threatened. There are 14 species with the same status in our database.
Species Comparison
Among 11 carnivore fish, the Leafy Sea Dragon’s weight of Up to 0.5 g is significantly lower than the group median of 55 kg.
Weight rank: #13 of 14 Near Threatened species.
| # | Species | Weight | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | White Rhinoceros | 1800–2500 kg | NT |
| 2 | Narwhal | Up to 1600 kg | NT |
| 3 | American Bison | 318–1000 kg | NT |
| 4 | Markhor | Up to 110 kg | NT |
| 5 | Gerenuk | 28–52 kg | NT |
Related Species
How much does a Leafy Sea Dragon weigh?
A Leafy Sea Dragon typically weighs Up to 0.5 g, which is exceptionally low compared to the median of 55 kg among carnivore fish.
What is the conservation status of the Leafy Sea Dragon?
The Leafy Sea Dragon is classified as “Near Threatened”. There are 14 species with the same status in our database.
Where does the Leafy Sea Dragon live?
The Leafy Sea Dragon is found in Southern Australia, in seaweed beds habitats.
How does the Leafy Sea Dragon reproduce?
The Leafy Sea Dragon has a gestation period of 30–40 days and typically produces Up to 300 offspring per birth.
Data Sources: IUCN, WWF, National Geographic, Smithsonian Institution.
Last Updated: April 10, 2026