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Miami Herald
a day ago
- Science
- Miami Herald
From the bottom of the sea to the tops of trees: See newly discovered species
The summaries below were drafted with the help of AI tools and edited by journalists in our News division. All linked stories were reported, written and edited by McClatchy journalists. Unique creatures, odd animals and new species are being discovered across the planet. Some are found lurking in remote corners of the world, while others have been hiding right under our noses. Learn more about some recent new species discoveries: 'Long'-tailed creature gets caught in trap in India forest. It's a new species In the dense forests of Uttarakhand, India, researchers discovered a new species of bat named Myotis himalaicus, or the Himalayan long-tailed Myotis. This elusive bat, with its long tail and delicate features, was found during wildlife surveys conducted between 2017 and 2021. The species was identified by its unique DNA and physical characteristics. | Published June 6 | Read More | Five-armed creature — covered in 'axes' — found off Taiwan. See the new species Off the coast of Taiwan, a new species of brittle star, Breviturma securis, was discovered. Known for its axe-shaped patterns on its arms, this creature was found in the intertidal zones and shallow waters. Previously misidentified, this brittle star's true identity was confirmed through DNA analysis. | Published June 10 | Read More | 'Gargantua' deep-sea creature among new species found in Atlantic. See them In the depths of the Mid-Atlantic Ridge, researchers found two new species of marine snails, including Peltospira gargantua. These snails, discovered near hydrothermal vents, are notable for their large size compared to their relatives. The discovery was made using remote underwater vehicles. | Published June 11 | Read More | 'Large' creature with spines on its belly found at waterfall. It's a new species In the forests of northern Vietnam, scientists discovered Ohler's spiny frog, or Quasipaa ohlerae. This large frog, with its distinctive spines and heart-shaped tongue, was found near rocky streams. The species was named in honor of a colleague and identified through DNA analysis. | Published June 11 | Read More | 'Large' creature with heart-shaped tongue found in Vietnam. It's a new species Binh's spiny frog, or Quasipaa binhi, was discovered in the forests of central Vietnam. Known for its robust body and heart-shaped tongue, this frog was found near forest streams. The species was named in memory of a colleague and identified by its unique physical features and genetic divergence. | Published June 12 | Read More | McClatchy News continues to follow the discovery and sightings of unusual and intriguing species. Check back for the latest stories.
Miami Herald
3 days ago
- Science
- Miami Herald
‘Large' creature with spines on its belly found at waterfall. It's a new species
As night settled across northern Vietnam, a 'large' creature with spines on its belly sat near a waterfall. Its 'dark green' eyes scanned the surrounding forest, but it wasn't the only one looking around. Visiting scientists spotted the 'stout' animal — and discovered a new species. A team of researchers hiked into the forests of three provinces in Vietnam several times between 2012 and 2021 to survey wildlife, according to a study published June 5 in the peer-reviewed journal ZooKeys. During their searches, researchers found several vaguely familiar-looking frogs, the study said. When they took a closer look at the animals and analyzed their DNA, the team noticed several distinctive features and realized they'd discovered a new species: Quasipaa ohlerae, or Ohler's spiny frog. Ohler's spiny frogs are considered 'large,' reaching over 4 inches in length, the study said. Their bodies are 'very stout' with 'rough' skin, 'short' arms and 'swollen' toes. Their 'enlarged' heads have 'dark green' eyes and a heart-shaped tongue. Photos show the new species. Seen from above, the frog is dark brown with pale brown stripes on its limbs. Seen from below, its belly is 'immaculate white' with 'black spines' on its upper chest, throat and arms, the study said. Ohler's spiny frogs were found at night in forests around 'the headwaters of rocky streams,' either 'in the water or on the ground of stream banks,' researchers said. Female frogs had 'yellowish cream eggs.' Researchers said they named the new species after 'colleague and friend' Annemarie Ohler, 'in recognition of her great contributions towards a better understanding of the amphibian systematics of the Indochinese region.' So far, Ohler's spiny frogs have been found in the three nearby provinces of Nghe An, Son La and Thanh Hoa in northern Vietnam along the border with Laos, the study said. The new species may also live in Laos, Thailand and China. The new species was identified by its size, skin texture, belly spines, coloring, eyes, toe shape and other subtle physical features, the study said. DNA analysis found the new species had at least about 3% genetic divergence from other related species. The research team included Cuong The Pham, Chung Van Hoang, Tien Quang Phan, Anh Van Pham, An Vinh Ong, Vien Hong Thi Nguyen, Thomas Ziegler and Truong Quang Nguyen. The team also discovered a second new species: Binh's spiny frog.
Boston Globe
09-05-2025
- Boston Globe
R.I. man sentenced to life in prison for 2020 murder of his girlfriend
Advertisement 'Perpetrators of domestic abuse seek to exert control over their victims, and will go to extreme measures to keep it,' Attorney General Peter Neronha said in a statement. 'All too often, this violent behavior escalates and ends with victims losing their lives, as was the case here. While nothing can bring Kristine back to her family, I hope this life sentence gives them some sense of peace knowing that justice was served.' Get Rhode Island News Alerts Sign up to get breaking news and interesting stories from Rhode Island in your inbox each weekday. Enter Email Sign Up According to prosecutors, Ohler was found unresponsive in Colebut's Pawtucket home after authorities responded to a 911 call for a medical emergency there in the early morning of Feb. 17, 2020. Ohler had visible injuries to her face, and officers began CPR on her at the residence before she was brought to Miriam Hospital, where she was later pronounced dead, officials said. Advertisement 'Officers detained the defendant at the scene,' prosecutors said. 'He later admitted that he argued with Kristine while intoxicated. Neighbors also reported hearing arguing coming from the defendant's residence earlier in the night.' The incident was a violation of a 2020 'no contact order' between Colebut and Ohler that was issued after 'an incident of physical violence,' prosecutors said. 'Domestic violence gravely impacts our community, and I am grateful to see this perpetrator be held accountable for his actions,' Pawtucket Police Chief Tina Goncalves said in a statement. Christopher Gavin can be reached at
