New Species
Scientists in Brazil have discovered a new species of parasitic mite that resembles a pearl necklace on tiny spiders. The mites, named Araneothrombium brasiliensis, attach to juvenile spiders and feed on their lymph fluid. This marks the first record of the mite's family in the country.
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Researchers at the American Museum of Natural History have announced the discovery of more than 70 new species this year, spanning dinosaurs, mammals, insects, and even a novel mineral. Many of these finds emerged from reexaminations of long-held museum specimens, highlighting the untapped potential of natural history collections. The discoveries underscore the ongoing richness of Earth's biodiversity amid modern technological advances.
Researchers at Tohoku University have discovered a new species of venomous jellyfish, Physalia mikazuki, in the northern waters of Japan. The find, published on October 30, 2025, highlights how warming ocean currents are expanding marine species ranges. DNA analysis confirmed the species as distinct from its tropical relatives.
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Researchers in China have identified a previously unknown species of mountain lizard in the upper Dadu River Valley within the Hengduan Mountains of Sichuan Province. Named Diploderma bifluviale, the lizard features a distinctive wheat-colored tongue and thrives in semi-arid shrublands at high elevations. This finding highlights the region's understudied biodiversity.