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title: Dwarf Perchlet (Plectranthias nanus)
scientific_name: Plectranthias nanus
common_name: Dwarf Perchlet
taxon: Anthias
conservation_status: LC - Least Concern
published: 2024-11-06T15:37:31.199Z
updated: 2026-08-07T21:07:06.539Z
tags: Dwarf Perchlet, Plectranthias nanus, Anthias, Red Sea, Marine Life, Diving
url: https://redseacreatures.com/taxon/fishes/bony-fishes/anthias/dwarf-perchlet
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# Dwarf Perchlet (*Plectranthias nanus*)

## Quick facts

- **Group:** Anthias (*Anthiinae*)
- **Size:** 4 cm
- **Conservation status:** LC - Least Concern

Plectranthias nanus, commonly referred to as the brownband perchlet or dwarf perchlet, is a species of fish belonging to the Serranidae family. Its geographic distribution extends from the Red Sea to Hawaii. This species attains a maximum length of approximately 4 cm (1.6 inches).

## Also known as

- **English:** Brownband Perchlet, Dwarf perchlet, Midget seaperch

## Scientific synonyms

- *Plectranthias nanus* Randall, 1980

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*Source: [Red Sea Creatures](https://redseacreatures.com/taxon/fishes/bony-fishes/anthias/dwarf-perchlet)*
*Updated: August 7, 2026*