The Herre's dwarfgoby (Eviota herrei) is a saltwater fish of the family Gobiidae that grows up to 1 cm.
Description
Herre's dwarfgoby is one of the smallest reef fishes (Gobiidae) from the Indo-West Pacific. The species stays about 1.5 cm long and has a translucent body with fine reddish speckles. As a bottom-dweller it lives on coral and in crevices of shallow reefs and picks small zooplankton. Through its very short life and minute 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 Herre's dwarfgoby?
The Herre's dwarfgoby has an elongate, eel-like body and is mainly red-orange.
Where does the Herre's dwarfgoby live?
The Herre's dwarfgoby lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around stony or rocky ground.
How big does the Herre's dwarfgoby get?
The Herre's dwarfgoby grows to a maximum of about 1 cm.
Is the Herre's dwarfgoby dangerous to humans?
No, the Herre's dwarfgoby is harmless to humans.
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Same genus Eviota
More from the family Gobiidae
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