New Living Cat Species Identified for First Time in Over a Century
Al Jazeera reports scientists have identified a new species of living cat, the first such discovery in more than 100 years.
A new species of living cat has been identified for the first time in more than a century, according to a report by Al Jazeera.
The broadcaster's report, published as a video newsfeed item, described the finding as a rare scientific milestone, noting that discoveries of new living cat species are exceptionally uncommon in modern zoology.
Al Jazeera did not provide further details in the excerpt regarding the specific species, its location, or the researchers involved in the identification.
The last such discovery of a new living cat species was reported more than 100 years ago, according to the report, underscoring the rarity of identifying previously unknown felines in the wild.
EGazette has reached out for additional details on the discovery and will update this report as more information becomes available.
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- New cat species found, first in more than 100 years — Al Jazeera — All
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