martinezlaura+FollowNew Lizard Alert: Meet China’s Dadu Dragon!Scientists just stumbled upon a brand new lizard species in China’s Sichuan mountains! This little guy, the Dadu mountain lizard, rocks long limbs, a wheat-colored tongue, and a super stealthy, spiky look. Found chilling on rocks at 7,000+ feet, some females were even carrying up to 7 eggs. With only a handful spotted, this rare reptile is a real mountain mystery. Nature is still full of surprises! #Science #WildlifeDiscovery #NewSpecies60Share
Zachary Gutierrez+FollowNew Shrimp Species With Giant Eggs Discovered!Scientists just found a wild new shrimp species in Vietnam, and get this—some of the females were carrying massive eggs with eyes already developed! The Bai Tu Long shrimp is tiny (less than half an inch), yellowish, and sometimes has funky black spots. DNA tests confirmed it’s a whole new species, only found in streams in Quảng Ninh. Nature is full of surprises, right? Would you try to spot one if you visited? #Science #NewSpecies #Vietnam140Share
Jessica Hodge+FollowGold-scaled river predator discovered in GeorgiaA striking gold-scaled predator, now officially named Bartram’s bass, has just been confirmed as a brand new species in the rivers along the Georgia-South Carolina border. Locals and anglers have talked about this unique fish for years, but it took DNA testing and careful study to prove it’s truly one of a kind. With its deep red eyes and bold patterns, Bartram’s bass stands out in the wild—but it’s already under threat from habitat loss and invasive species. This discovery highlights how much we still have to learn about our local waterways. What do you think should be done to protect this rare find? #Science #GeorgiaWildlife #NewSpecies437Share
Tamara Jones+FollowWild New Species Found—And Named After Celebs!Imagine chilling at your favorite lunch spot and stumbling on a brand new species! That’s exactly what happened to Lou Jost in Ecuador. From glass frogs to rodents with never-before-seen teeth, scientists at Fundación EcoMinga keep finding wild new creatures—some even get named after celebs like Seth MacFarlane and David Attenborough. These discoveries are happening in protected reserves, showing just how much is still out there to find (and save!). Nature is way weirder—and cooler—than we thought! #Science #Biodiversity #NewSpecies150Share
Richard Vaughan+FollowMeet the Grumpy New Rain Frog!Imagine searching for one rare frog and stumbling on a whole new species! After seven years, scientists just revealed the Boston rain frog in South Africa—named for its frowny face and unique call. This little guy’s discovery is a big win for local ecosystems, showing the area’s health and helping conservationists protect even more endangered frogs. Who knew a grumpy frog could mean so much for the planet? #Science #WildlifeDiscovery #NewSpecies10Share
