The Dotted dwarfgoby (Eviota punctulata) is a saltwater fish of the family Gobiidae that grows up to 2 cm.
Description
The Dotted dwarfgoby is one of the very smallest reef fishes, a dwarfgoby (Gobiidae) from the Indo-West Pacific. The species grows to only about 2 cm and has a slender, partly translucent body with fine markings. As a bottom-dweller it perches on or under coral of shallow reefs and eats minute zooplankton. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Dotted dwarfgoby?
The Dotted dwarfgoby has an elongate, eel-like body and is mainly red-orange.
Where does the Dotted dwarfgoby live?
The Dotted dwarfgoby lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around stony or rocky ground.
How big does the Dotted dwarfgoby get?
The Dotted dwarfgoby grows to a maximum of about 2 cm.
Is the Dotted dwarfgoby dangerous to humans?
No, the Dotted dwarfgoby is harmless to humans.
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Same genus Eviota
More from the family Gobiidae
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