‘Critically Endangered’ plant named after Orangutan renamed as Nepenthes pongoides
A type of giant hairy pitcher plant which was first photographed in 2004, has officially been named after it was recognised ...
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Botanists name beautiful new species of 'lipstick vine' from the Philippine rainforest
Scientists have today announced the discovery of a species of lipstick vine completely new to science, from the depths of the Philippine rainforest. The team of botanists made the discovery during an ...
These Calif. plants are only found in one spot in the world. They're in danger.
A feeling of peace and rugged beauty is inherent to the southern California desert, especially Joshua Tree National Park. Fortunately, the land and species within Joshua Tree enjoy federal protection, ...
Divers find ‘large’-eyed lake creature with ‘prominent’ teeth. It’s a new species
The first new species was named Mylochromis rotundus after its “rounded” body and snout, the study said. Its “compressed” body can reach about 4 inches in length. It has spiky scales, “large” eyes and ...