So many places on Earth still remain a mystery to us, even after all this time — but researchers are often discovering new species. Better access to genetic testing, as well as technological advances ...

Ten scientists answer common taxonomy questions: How are new species discovered? Are the animals newly evolved? How many are left to find? Photos from Yadong Zhou via Ng and Liu (2024), N.

More than 40 animals, including dogs, cats, turtles, birds, ferrets and others, were discovered in unsanitary conditions and ...