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New species of pygmygoby discovered at the edge of the Red Sea's unexplored deep reefs

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Briefings

Researchers identified a new pygmygoby species named Charon's pygmygoby (Trimma charon) in the northern Red Sea, discovered at the entrance to a cave on a steep reef slope. The two known specimens are small, translucent fish measuring 12 and 17 millimeters, featuring a broad orange-red stripe, golden spots on the tail, and an unusual four-part eye.

Key points

• A new species of pygmygoby named Charon's pygmygoby (Trimma charon) was identified in the northern Red Sea.
• The two known specimens measure 12 and 17 millimeters in length.

Context

This discovery occurred at the entrance to a cave on a steep reef slope in the northern Red Sea, marking a new location for this small, translucent fish species.

Limitations

Only two specimens were found, and the study covers a single location on a steep reef slope in the northern Red Sea.

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