New Monkey Species Discovered in Congo Amid Reef Bleaching Warnings
Scientists have discovered a new monkey species, the Likweli, in the Congo, while also uncovering over 500 new bacterial species in the Great Barrier Reef. Concurrently, scientists warn that the Great Barrier Reef faces mass bleaching and collapse due to a strengthening El Nino.
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Meet the Likweli — the newest monkey species discovered in the Congo
Hearing that a new primate species has been named is exciting news for scientists because primates across the world are in decline
By Amanda Korstjens
Read full article →Scientists uncover 500 plus new bacterial species hidden in Great Barrier Reef
Scientists have created the first comprehensive map of the Great Barrier Reef's open-water microbiome by analysing DNA from 48 reefs. The study identified 584 previously unknown bacterial species and more than 362,000 viruses. Researchers say the database could help monitor reef health and detect environmental changes before visible damage appears.
By TOI Science Desk
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