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Dark Dwarfgoby

Eviota aquila

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Overview

A detailed profile for this species is sourced from the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species as assessments become available.

Eviota aquila faces severe threats from coral reef degradation and ocean acidification, which destroy the delicate coral habitats essential for this small goby's survival. Climate change-induced coral bleaching events have dramatically reduced suitable habitat across its limited range. The species' extremely restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized environmental disturbances and human activities affecting reef ecosystems.

Threat summary

Habitat

Eviota aquila inhabits shallow coral reef environments in tropical marine waters, typically found among branching corals and reef crevices. This small goby species requires healthy coral reef ecosystems with adequate shelter and feeding opportunities provided by the complex reef structure.

Rocky areas· major

Conservation measures underway

Site/area protection

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Dark Dwarfgoby classified as Endangered?
Dark Dwarfgoby is classified as Endangered — facing a very high risk of extinction in the wild — because population numbers are declining steeply and key habitats are under sustained pressure. Eviota aquila faces severe threats from coral reef degradation and ocean acidification, which destroy the delicate coral habitats essential for this small goby's survival. Climate change-induced coral bleaching events have dramatically reduced suitable habitat across its limited range. The species' extremely restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized environmental disturbances and human activities affecting reef ecosystems.
Where does Dark Dwarfgoby live?
Dark Dwarfgoby occurs in Taiwan. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Dark Dwarfgoby?
The main threats to Dark Dwarfgoby are ai-1, ai-2, ai-3, and ai-4. The full IUCN-classified threat record for this species is detailed on the species page.

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