Red Star-Eye Dwarfgoby
Eviota marteynae
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 8–30 m
- Max size: 1 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: DD
Rather than rest in the open, this dwarfgoby stays hidden under large slabs of coral rubble along gentle reef slopes. It was found tucked into the interstices of inner patch reefs from about 8 to 30 metres.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Gobiiformes › Gobiidae › Eviota
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 1523807.
FAQ
- How deep does the Red Star-Eye Dwarfgoby live?
- The Red Star-Eye Dwarfgoby (Eviota marteynae) is typically found at 8–30 m.
- Is the Red Star-Eye Dwarfgoby dangerous to divers?
- The Red Star-Eye Dwarfgoby is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Red Star-Eye Dwarfgoby get?
- The Red Star-Eye Dwarfgoby grows to about 1 cm.