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Purple 'twilight zone-dweller' fish named after Wakanda

The newly discovered fish named after Black Panther's mythical nation, Wakanda. The dazzling new 'Vibranium' Fairy Wrasse enchants with purple scales. 

Scientists have discovered a new species of brightly-colored fish named after Wakanda, the fictional country and a home of marvel Black Panther in the hit movie.

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