Emerald Dwarfgoby
Eviota smaragdus
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 0–40 m
- Max size: 2.3 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
A dwarfgoby of exposed seaward reefs, it lives right up in the high tide splash zone and even in tide pools. Despite the surf and shallow water it stays put, no longer than two centimetres.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Gobiiformes › Gobiidae › Eviota
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 278608.
FAQ
- How deep does the Emerald Dwarfgoby live?
- The Emerald Dwarfgoby (Eviota smaragdus) is typically found at 0–40 m.
- Is the Emerald Dwarfgoby dangerous to divers?
- The Emerald Dwarfgoby is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Emerald Dwarfgoby get?
- The Emerald Dwarfgoby grows to about 2.3 cm.