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Discovery of Unusual Fish Species in Peru and the Amazon Basin

March 4, 2025March 4, 2025 - by Allegra Nguyen - Leave a Comment

Researchers have identified over two dozen new fish species in Peru and the Amazon Basin, including a blob-headed catfish and several new pacu species. This research, led by Dr. Trond …

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Newly Discovered Species in Peru Highlight Biodiversity and Indigenous Knowledge

December 20, 2024December 20, 2024 - by Marcus Chen - Leave a Comment

Scientists have discovered 27 new species in Peru’s Alto Mayo region, including an amphibious mouse and a blob-headed fish. The discovery highlights biodiversity in an area threatened by deforestation and …