Hetereleotris Kenyae
📖 Overview
Hetereleotris Kenyae (Hetereleotris kenyae), first described by Smith, 1958 is a tiny fish in the family Gobiidae (order Gobiiformes). Adults typically reach 4.10 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
Scales larger longitudinal scale count 32-33; body with 4-6 brown vertical bands .
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Hetereleotris Kenyae is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
🥚 Reproduction
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Marine; demersal. Tropical East Africa, Reunion, and Rodriguez.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🦠 Common Diseases
The following diseases are known to affect Hetereleotris Kenyae.
🔍 Similar Species
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