Barhead dwarfgoby
📖 Overview
Barhead dwarfgoby (Eviota notata) is a ray-finned fish of the family Gobiidae. It inhabits marine (saltwater) waters in reef-associated environments. This species can reach a maximum total length of 1.5 cm. It occurs at depths between 0 and 27 metres. With a trophic level of 3, it is a low-level carnivore, feeding on invertebrates and small organisms. It is assessed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 7; Dorsal soft rays (total): 6 - 7; Anal spines: 1; Anal soft rays: 6 - 7; Vertebrae: 26. This species is distinguished from its congeners by the following characters: nape with a series of 3 prominent dark transverse marks, the first 2 of which are separated into enlarged spots dorsolaterally; dorsal to anal fin-ray formula 7/7; complete cephalic sensory pore system; pectoral-fin rays 10-14 always branched; first dorsal fin not elongate .: fusiform / normal.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Barhead dwarfgoby is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; reef-associated; depth range 0 - 27 m . Tropical Indian Ocean: the Seychelles and Amirante Islands; Mauritius, Mascarene Islands, Cargados Carajos Shoals; and the Chagos Archipelago.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect Barhead dwarfgoby.
🔍 Similar Species
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