Pearl Dwarfgoby

Eviota bacata

Pearl Dwarfgoby

Found on inshore and lagoon reefs from eight metres to at least thirty, this dwarfgoby tolerates heavy sediment and frequents complex ground with live coral or rough rubble. It is a tiny fish, finishing well short of three centimetres.

Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Gobiiformes › Gobiidae › Eviota

Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 1750482.

FAQ

How deep does the Pearl Dwarfgoby live?
The Pearl Dwarfgoby (Eviota bacata) is typically found at 8–30 m.
Is the Pearl Dwarfgoby dangerous to divers?
The Pearl Dwarfgoby is harmless to divers.
How big does the Pearl Dwarfgoby get?
The Pearl Dwarfgoby grows to about 2.5 cm.