The embryonic and larval development of the pipe¢sh Nerophis lumbriciformis is described. The full development
sequence lasted 30 d (at 14-15ºC), being shortened to 25-26 d at higher temperatures (16-17ºC),
and hatching occurred throughout a 2^3 d period. Unlike species of the genus Syngnathus, the newly
hatched larvae presented a functional mouth apparatus and the yolk sac completely absorbed
