Weedy Seadragon — Shallow Water Form (Phyllopteryx taeniolatus) | Marine Explorer Coloring Kit

Discover the golden ghost of Australia's sunlit kelp beds. This special edition features the Shallow Water Color Form of the Weedy Seadragon, scientifically known as Phyllopteryx taeniolatus — showcasing the distinctive golden-yellow to amber body coloration with vivid blue-purple vertical stripe markings and dark violet appendages that develop in individuals inhabiting shallow coastal reef zones between 3–15 meters, where higher light intensity and seagrass-rich environments influence body pigmentation. Unlike the vivid reddish-orange deep-water form, this shallow form reveals a softer, more luminous palette — warm golden tones contrasted against deep purple accents — making it one of the most visually striking natural color variants of this iconic species.

Developed using real marine reference observations and scientific classification standards.

Common Name Standardization Note:

This product features the scientifically documented shallow-water color variant of Phyllopteryx taeniolatus. The color difference between shallow and deeper individuals of this species is a recognized natural phenomenon linked to light exposure, habitat type, and diet composition. For CECOZ product clarity, this edition is labeled as the Shallow Water Form.

Common Name: Weedy Seadragon — Shallow Water Form

Scientific Name: Phyllopteryx taeniolatus

Origin / Habitat: Endemic to southeastern Australia — shallow coastal reef zones (3–15 m) along the coasts of New South Wales, Victoria, Tasmania, and South Australia. Found among seagrass beds, rocky reef edges, and kelp margins with strong light penetration.

[Exclusive Educational Content Included]

This educational coloring kit combines marine science with clean line art, helping learners and collectors explore the golden-yellow body coloration with blue-purple stripe patterns, dark violet appendages, elongated tubular snout, depth-driven pigmentation adaptation, and the remarkable camouflage mastery of this iconic species through a creative hands-on experience.

Best for: hobbyists, educators, marine artists, 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.