Scientists Discover New Fish Species in Remote River
Scientists Discover New Fish Species in Remote River In a stunning discovery, a team of scientists have announced the discovery of a new fish species in a remote river on the edge of the Amazon rainforest. The fish was found in the upper reaches of the River Madre de Dios, which flows from Peru into Brazil. The scientists say that the new fish is a species of cichlid, a type of freshwater fish that is popular with aquarium enthusiasts. They have named the new fish species Crenicichla sp. nov. "nov" meaning "new". The scientists say that they were surprised to find such a large and colorful cichlid in such a remote location. They believe that the fish may have been isolated for centuries in the river's headwaters, far from other cichlid populations. The discovery of this new fish species underscores the importance of protecting sensitive ecosystems like the Amazon rainforest. Rare Fish Pod Found in Indian River System A recent discovery of a fis...