Snuffleupagus, a newly described species, is an adorable little predator
A new species of fish named Solenostomus snuffleupagus has been described, resembling the Sesame Street character Mr. Snuffleupagus. Discovered by scientists David Harasti and Graham Short, this tiny orange fish is a ghost pipefish that camouflages itself among coral reefs. The fish's elusive nature and unique appearance have drawn comparisons to its namesake character from the beloved children's show.
- ▪Solenostomus snuffleupagus is a newly described species of fish named after the Sesame Street character.
- ▪The fish is a ghost pipefish that disguises itself as red algae along coral reefs.
- ▪Scientists took nearly two decades to officially designate the fish as a new species after its initial sighting in 2003.
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As It HappensSnuffleupagus, a newly described species, is an adorable little predatorS. snuffleupagus, a newly described species of fish, is named after the beloved Sesame Street character, Mr. Snuffleupagus, to which it bears an "uncanny" resemblance.The seahorse cousin is named for its 'uncanny' resemblance to the Sesame Street characterSheena Goodyear · CBC Radio · Posted: May 21, 2026 5:01 PM EDT | Last Updated: May 21PlayListen to this articleEstimated 5 minutesThe audio version of this article is generated by AI-based technology. Mispronunciations can occur. We are working with our partners to continually review and improve the results.Solenostomus snuffleupagus, a newly described species of fish, is named after the beloved Sesame Street character, Mr. Snuffleupagus.
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