Origin
Native to the Indo-Pacific region, from the Great Barrier Reef and Coral Triangle to Japan and Micronesia. Inhabits shallow coral reefs, rubble zones, and lagoon flats.

Visual & Functional Appeal
Displays distinct brown-to-orange tiger stripes across a translucent body, blending beautifully into coral rubble and macroalgae. Remains tiny (up to 1 inch), perfect for intricate nano reef displays.

Purpose
Ideal for nano and pico aquariums, adding lively, intricate movement to the lower tank zones. Their curious perching and darting behaviors create a natural, wild reef impression.

Importance
Popular among nano aquarists for their unique markings and minimal bioload. Encourages careful aquascaping and water quality management.

Included Resources
Requires mature, stable live rock, fine sand, and microfauna for grazing. Open swimming space and small caves or rubble piles are essential for security.

Best Use Cases
Nano reefs (3–10 gallons), mixed goby communities, or coral-focused micro-aquariums. Ideal for advanced keepers who monitor water closely.

Conservation Context
Collected in small numbers, generally sustainable due to broad range. Overharvesting is not a significant concern but always choose reputable sources.

Ideal Aquatic Animals
• Other Eviota and Trimma gobies
• Sexy shrimp, micro-hermits
• Nano snails
• Peaceful SPS/LPS corals

Region (A)
• Latitude: -18.2871° S
• Longitude: 147.6992° E
(Great Barrier Reef, Australia)

Region (B)
• Latitude: 7.8722° N
• Longitude: 123.8858° E
(Mindanao, Philippines – Coral Triangle region)