Firefish Goby and Similar Species
Nemateleotris magnifica
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Purple Firefish
Nemateleotris decora
Key differences: The Purple Firefish has a white to pale yellow body with purple or magenta fins and a distinct purple stripe running along the dorsal and anal fins. Its caudal fin is also purple, contrasting with the red/orange of N. magnifica.
Helfrich's Firefish
Nemateleotris helfrichi
Key differences: Helfrich's Firefish is predominantly purple or lavender with a yellow head and anterior dorsal fin. It lacks the prominent red/orange posterior of N. magnifica and is generally found at greater depths.
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