My first Weedy Seadragon, Phyllopteryx taeniolatus, for the year and this old boy has seen better days.

Although he is missing a few appendages the evidence of a recent clutch of eggs is testament to the fact that he’s still got what it takes to win the ladies.

Weedy seadragons are not usually seen at Rapid Bay Jetty so finding this guy was a real treat for me today and comes after another batch of poor conditions which are finally clearing.

The coming few days are looking better and better so weekend divers should be in for real treat.

Photo: Robert Rath, ‘Day 740, Still Got What It Takes’ 1/160s f/8 ISO160 8mm