Hetereleotris Diademata
📖 Overview
Hetereleotris Diademata (Hetereleotris diademata), first described by Rüppell, 1830 is a tiny fish in the family Gobiidae (order Gobiiformes). Adults typically reach 2.70 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 Data Deficient.The species is kept in the aquarium hobby. Care requirements and behaviour align broadly with other Gobiidae kept in the hobby.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal soft rays (total): 12. Body completely naked; second dorsal-fin rays I,12; pelvic-fin rays I,5; no opercular spine .
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Hetereleotris Diademata is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; demersal. Tropical endemic in the Red Sea.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🌐 Names & Taxonomy
Scientific Synonyms
| Scientific Name | Author | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gobius diadematus | Rüppell | 1830 | Synonym |
| Lioteres simulans | Smith | 1958 | Synonym |
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect Hetereleotris Diademata.
🔍 Similar Species
🗺️ Global Occurrence Map
Occurrence records from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF) - 2 records indexed .
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