Scientists from Conservation International in the Peruvian Amazon have discovered 27 previously unknown species, including "amphibious mice" with webbed feet and fish with unusual heads.

The animal kingdom never ceases to amaze us with its beauty and diversity. It can often surprise us, too. But how about a mouse that swims, or a blob-headed fish? Seriously, these are just two of an ...

Robinson Olivera A scientific expedition focused on conserving the known animals of Peru's Alto Mayo Landscape ... and cities" stretching from the Andes to the Amazon, according to the organization.

LIMA, Peru — An "amphibious mouse" with partially webbed feet that eats aquatic insects was among 27 new species discovered during a 2022 expedition to Peru's Amazon, according to Conservation ...

A clearwing butterfly (Oleria sp.) specimen, from one of the 218 species of butterflies was observed during an expedition to the Peruvian region of Alto Mayo. (Photo: Reuters) ...