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The Secretive World of Seahorses. The seahorse remains a curious creature of the oceans, providing the imagination with mystery. They are fish yet covered in armor, wearing the head of a horse and gills for swimming below the surface of the sea. One of nature's most enigmatic and fascinating creatures is seriously threatened in the wild. These children of the Animal Kingdom who drew Poseidon's carriage through the annals of Greek mythology are being fished from their water world by the millions, destined for the Oriental medicine trade, key rings, paperweights and pet shops. These enigmatic creatures of lore and legend are under threat. All 32 known species of seahorses are now protected by the International Convention on Trade in Wild species (CITES). A glimpse into their secretive world and an encounter with those who are trying to protect them. Article also available for publication