Leafy Seadragon — Deep Water Form (Phycodurus eques) | Marine Explorer Coloring Kit

Discover the shadow phantom of Australia's deep kelp forests. This special edition features the Deep Water Color Form of the Leafy Seadragon, scientifically known as Phycodurus eques — showcasing the striking reddish-brown to burgundy body coloration that develops in individuals inhabiting deeper reef zones beyond 20 meters, where reduced light intensity triggers a dramatic darkening of the body pigmentation. Unlike the vivid yellow shallow-water form, this deep form reveals an entirely different aesthetic — rich, dark, and dramatically detailed — while carrying the same extraordinary leaf-like appendages and elegant silhouette.

Developed using real marine reference observations and scientific classification standards.

Common Name Standardization Note:

This product features the scientifically documented deep-water color variant of Phycodurus eques. The color difference between shallow and deep individuals of this species is a recognized natural phenomenon linked to depth, light exposure, and diet. For CECOZ product clarity, this edition is labeled as the Deep Water Form.

Common Name: Leafy Seadragon — Deep Water Form

Scientific Name: Phycodurus eques

Origin / Habitat: Endemic to temperate southern Australian coastal waters — deeper reef zones beyond 20 m along the coasts of South Australia, Western Australia, and Victoria. Found on kelp-covered rocky reefs and sand patches at reduced light depths.

[Exclusive Educational Content Included]

This educational coloring kit combines marine science with clean line art, helping learners and collectors explore the deep-water reddish-brown body coloration, elaborate leaf-like appendages, elongated tubular snout, depth-driven pigmentation adaptation, and unique paternal egg-brooding behavior of this remarkable species through a creative hands-on experience.

Best for: hobbyists, educators, and reference collectors.

Note: Full care data, including tank requirements, diet, and water parameters, is included in the Digital Infographic Card inside your download folder.

Formats included: High-resolution printable coloring page (A4 PDF) + Scientific Infographic Card.

Part of the growing CECOZ Marine Explorer Series — collect and build your personal marine library.