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The Blackbelly dwarfgoby (Eviota atriventris) is a saltwater fish of the family Gobiidae that grows up to 2 cm.
Asia: Australia, Solomon Is., Brunei Darsm, Indonesia, Japan, Malaysia and others
Description
The blackbelly dwarfgoby is one of the smallest reef fishes (Gobiidae) from the western Pacific. The species stays about 2 cm long and has a translucent, reddish body with a strikingly dark belly. As a bottom-dweller it lives on coral and in crevices of shallow reefs and picks small zooplankton. Through its short life and tiny size it is an important link in the reef food chain. The fish is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Blackbelly dwarfgoby?
The Blackbelly dwarfgoby has an elongate, eel-like body and is mainly red-orange.
Where does the Blackbelly dwarfgoby live?
The Blackbelly dwarfgoby lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around stony or rocky ground. Asia: Australia, Solomon Is., Brunei Darsm, Indonesia, Japan, Malaysia and others
How big does the Blackbelly dwarfgoby get?
The Blackbelly dwarfgoby grows to a maximum of about 2 cm.
Is the Blackbelly dwarfgoby dangerous to humans?
No, the Blackbelly dwarfgoby is harmless to humans. This species is harmless to humans. No specific first aid is needed. Still handle the fish with care: mind the fin rays and the sharp edges of the gill cover, and rinse any scratch with clean water and cover it. For a dirty or deep wound check tetanus status.
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Same genus Eviota
More from the family Gobiidae
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