A new species of perchlet, Plectranthias raki, has been identified in mesophotic coral ecosystems of the Maldives at depths between 100 and 125 metres by a team from the California Academy of Sciences, the University of São Paulo and the Maldives Marine Research Institute, with findings published in ZooKeys. The fish measures approximately 7.5 cm, bringing the genus Plectranthias to 67 valid species.
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A living specimen of Plectranthias raki, captured at a depth of 110 metres in Dhaalu Atoll, Maldives.
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identified in the mesophotic coral ecosystems (MCEs) of the Maldives, found at depths between 100 and 125 metres.
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The fish, measuring approximately 7.5 cm in length, was observed and collected using advanced diving techniques, including mixed-gas closed-circuit rebreathers.
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With this discovery, the genus Plectranthias now comprises 67 valid species, according to the study.
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Found at a depth of around 101 metres, Chromis abadhah was noted for its striking pearly white and blue markings.
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