Scientists identify new species of penguin, first in more than a century
Scientists discover new penguin species after over a century of silence.
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- Velocity & Diffusion: Coverage exploded across 5 distinct news outlets with 5 published articles, achieving a live velocity of 14.
- Primary Driver: Scientists discover new penguin species after over a century of silence.
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The discovery was made in subantarctic waters, but details of the location and the species' characteristics are not yet specified. Coverage from BBC Wildlife Magazine and Yahoo reports that the species had been hiding in plain sight, with experts speculating that it may have been overlooked due to its similarity to other penguin species.
The discovery is a significant one for the scientific community, and further research is expected to shed more light on the species and its habits.
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Amazing new penguin discovered for first time in over 100 yearsBBC Wildlife Magazine · 3h ago
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Scientists identify new species of penguin in subantarctic watersNew York Post · 3h ago
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Scientists identify new species of penguin, first in more than a centuryThe Washington Post · 3h ago
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What is the significance of the new penguin species?
The discovery is significant for the scientific community as it provides new insights into the diversity of penguin species and their habitats.
Where was the new penguin species discovered?
The discovery was made in subantarctic waters, but the exact location is not yet specified.
How long has it been since a new penguin species was discovered?
More than a century.
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