Eilat sandgoby
📖 Overview
Eilat sandgoby (Hazeus elati), first described by Goren, 1984 is a tiny fish in the family Gobiidae (order Gobiiformes). Adults typically reach 3.70 cm in maximum length. It inhabits marine coastal and open-ocean environments. It occurs in Tropical waters. It is broadly omnivorous, taking invertebrates, plant matter, and detritus. On the IUCN Red List, it is classified as Least Concern.The species is kept in the aquarium hobby. Care requirements and behaviour align broadly with other Gobiidae kept in the hobby.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Physical description for Eilat sandgoby is currently being compiled.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Eilat sandgoby is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; benthopelagic. Tropical Indian Ocean: Eilat, Israel.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect Eilat sandgoby.
🔍 Similar Species
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