Leopard dwarfgoby
📖 Overview
Leopard dwarfgoby (Eviota pardalota) 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 2.2 cm. It occurs at depths between 2 and 17 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): 8; Anal spines: 1; Anal soft rays: 7. Dorsal to anal fin-ray formula 8/7; caudal fin rounded, slightly shorter than head.: fusiform / normal.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Leopard dwarfgoby is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; reef-associated; depth range 2 - 17 m . Tropical Indian Ocean: Red Sea to the Persian Gulf.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect Leopard dwarfgoby.
🔍 Similar Species
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