Quiet Ocean · Plate 2 of 45
Seahorse color reference
Seahorses are small fish that live in shallow tropical and temperate seas, often among seagrass, coral and mangroves. They swim upright and hold on to plants with a curling tail. The male carries the eggs in a pouch on his belly until the young are born.
Colors to reach for
Seahorses come in many colors, so pick one base such as yellow, orange or brown, then add darker bands across the body and lighter tones on the ridges.
- yellow
- orange
- burnt sienna
- dark brown
- cream
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