Leafy Seadragon (Phycodurus eques) | Marine Explorer Coloring Kit

Discover the living kelp phantom of southern Australia's temperate seas. The Leafy Seadragon, scientifically known as Phycodurus eques, is one of the ocean's most extraordinary masters of camouflage — adorned with elaborate leaf-shaped appendages that mimic drifting kelp with breathtaking precision. With its golden-yellow body, intricate lobed protrusions, paternal egg-brooding behavior, and exclusive range along Australia's southern coastline, this iconic and near-threatened species offers a deeply rich and educational subject for creative marine exploration.

Developed using real marine reference observations and scientific classification standards.

Common Name Standardization Note:

The reference label confirms Phycodurus eques with the widely recognized common name Leafy Seadragon, also known as Glauert's Seadragon. For CECOZ product clarity and consistency, this product uses the standardized common name Leafy Seadragon.

Common Name: Leafy Seadragon

Scientific Name: Phycodurus eques

Origin / Habitat: Endemic to temperate southern Australian coastal waters — from Wilson's Promontory, Victoria, westward to Jurien Bay, Western Australia. Found on kelp-covered rocky reefs, seagrass meadows, and sand patches at depths of 3–50 m. ��

[Exclusive Educational Content Included]

This educational coloring kit combines marine science with clean line art, helping learners and collectors explore the elaborate leaf-like body appendages, elongated tubular snout, golden-yellow body coloration, kelp-forest camouflage strategy, 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.