Eviota Raja
NameEviota Raja
Scientific NameEviota raja
Common NamesRaja Goby, King Goby
FamilyGobiidae
OriginWestern Pacific Ocean, Indonesia, Papua New Guinea, Solomon Islands
Temperamentpeaceful
Dietcarnivore
Care Leveladvanced
Minimum Tank Size (Gallons)5
Max Size (Inches)0.8
Water TypeSaltwater
Temperature Range (°F)72-82
pH Range8.1-8.4
Compatible SpeciesSmall peaceful invertebrates, Other Eviota species (in sufficiently large tanks), Small Trimma gobies
Description
Eviota raja is a minute, vibrantly colored goby native to the Western Pacific, particularly the Raja Ampat region. Characterized by its striking red body with a prominent golden-yellow lateral stripe, it is one of the smallest known fish species. This delicate fish thrives in mature nano or reef aquariums with abundant live microfauna.
