The Redspeckled dwarfgoby (Eviota sparsa) is a saltwater fish of the family Gobiidae that grows up to 2 cm.
Description
The redspeckled dwarfgoby is a minute reef goby from the Indo-West Pacific. The species reaches only about 2 cm and has a translucent body with scattered reddish speckles. It lives on coral reefs, where it perches with its pelvic fins on coral and rock and feeds on small zooplankton. Owing to its tiny size it is a food source for larger reef fish. The fish is harmless to humans and has no commercial value. The IUCN has not evaluated the species.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Redspeckled dwarfgoby?
The Redspeckled dwarfgoby has a torpedo-shaped body, is mainly red-orange and shows a spots pattern.
Where does the Redspeckled dwarfgoby live?
The Redspeckled dwarfgoby lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around stony or rocky ground.
How big does the Redspeckled dwarfgoby get?
The Redspeckled dwarfgoby grows to a maximum of about 2 cm.
Is the Redspeckled dwarfgoby dangerous to humans?
No, the Redspeckled dwarfgoby is harmless to humans.
Is the Redspeckled dwarfgoby edible?
The Redspeckled dwarfgoby is not usually eaten.
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Same genus Eviota
More from the family Gobiidae
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