Common name: Prasites pygmy goby

General information

The Jewel Eviota, also known as the Red Neon Eviota or Prasites Eviota, is a diminutive and brightly colored member of the Gobiidae family. Eviota prasites is known for its vibrant red and white coloration, which makes it a visually appealing addition to nano and small reef aquariums. Despite their small size, these gobies are full of personality and are active swimmers.

Care

Jewel Eviotas are relatively easy to care for but do require a stable and mature aquarium with plenty of live rock for hiding and hunting microfauna. They are peaceful fish that can be kept with other non-aggressive tank mates. Due to their small size, they should not be housed with large or predatory fish. A varied diet of small live and frozen foods like copepods and brine shrimp will help maintain their health and coloration.

Reproduction

Eviota species are known for their short lifespans and rapid reproductive cycles. They can spawn every few days, laying eggs in crevices or on the substrate. The larvae are pelagic and will require very small food particles like rotifers when raised in captivity.

Habitat

Jewel Eviotas are found in the Western Pacific, from Indonesia to the Great Barrier Reef and Micronesia. They inhabit coral-rich areas and rubble slopes, typically at depths ranging from 1 to 30 meters. Their small size allows them to navigate through complex coral structures with ease.