Ocellated dwarfgoby
📖 Overview
Ocellated dwarfgoby (Eviota ocellifer) 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 1.8 cm. With a trophic level of 3, it is a low-level carnivore, feeding on invertebrates and small organisms. It is assessed as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
This species lacks preopercular canal and associated pores of cephalic sensory systems as with Eviota lacrimae and E. sparsa, but differs from these two in having moderately developed fifth pelvic-fin ray (10.5-18.1% of preceding ray in length) and a distinct semi-ocellated spot at the anteroventral part of first dorsal fin .: fusiform / normal.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Ocellated dwarfgoby is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; brackish; reef-associated. Subtropical Northwest Pacific: Ryukyu Is.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🔍 Similar Species
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