Científicos confirman nueva especie de felino andino en Bolivia

Científicos confirman nueva especie de felino andino en Bolivia

Científicos han confirmado una especie distinta de felino, Leopardus tilcayo, en los bosques nubosos de Bolivia, señalando la necesidad de proteger su hábitat amenazado. Informes anteriores describieron al pequeño gato moteado encontrado en una reserva de la región Yungas, el primer felino nuevo nombrado en más de un siglo.

Análisis posteriores confirmaron que se trata de una especie separada, ampliando la diversidad de felinos sudamericanos y resaltando la importancia de su conservación. Además, el animal, mantenido fuera del público, ha despertado el interés de visitantes en la reserva.

Actores

Paola Nogales-Ascarrunz Tadeu de Oliveira National Geographic Current Biology research team of biologists

Ubicaciones

Yungas, Bolivia La Paz, Bolivia Andes Amazon basin

Artículos

25 de septiembre de 2026
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Stunned scientists discover new wild cat species after a century-see the photos
Stunned scientists discover new wild cat species after a century-see the photos

Futura, le média qui explore le monde • 25 de sep 18:39

Scientists have confirmed a distinct wildcat species, Leopardus tilcayo, in Bolivia's cloud forests, highlighting conservation concerns for its threatened habitat.

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21 de septiembre de 2026
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Newly Identified Tiny Wild Cat Does Not Like His Celebrity
Newly Identified Tiny Wild Cat Does Not Like His Celebrity

newser.com • 21 de sep 14:11

Scientists have identified a new small wild cat species in Bolivia's cloud forests, attracting visitors to a sanctuary where the shy animal is kept out of public view.

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19 de septiembre de 2026
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A man thought he’d found a stray kitten. It turned out to be a new species of wild cat
A man thought he’d found a stray kitten. It turned out to be a new species of wild cat

The Independent • 19 de sep 11:50

Genetic analysis has revealed Leopardus tilcayo as a distinct tiger-cat species in Bolivia, prompting calls for species-specific conservation measures.

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18 de septiembre de 2026
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Meet Earth's newest wild cat species, living in Bolivia and the first named in over a century
Meet Earth's newest wild cat species, living in Bolivia and the first named in over a century

PBS • 18 de sep 22:45

Scientists have described a previously unknown small spotted cat, Leopardus tilcayo, from a Bolivian wildlife sanctuary, marking the first new wild cat species named in over a century.

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New species of wild cat discovered for first time in more than a century, researcher says
New species of wild cat discovered for first time in more than a century, researcher says

CBS News • 18 de sep 12:50

Researchers have described a previously unknown small wild cat, Leopardus tilcayo, in Bolivia, marking the first new feline species discovery in over a century.

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17 de septiembre de 2026
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Spotted wildcat from Bolivian forest revealed as new species
Spotted wildcat from Bolivian forest revealed as new species

BBC • 17 de sep 23:15

Scientists have confirmed that a spotted wildcat from Bolivia represents a previously unknown species, adding to the diversity of small South American felines and highlighting conservation needs.

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New wild cat species is identified for first time in 100 years, researchers say
New wild cat species is identified for first time in 100 years, researchers say

NBC News • 17 de sep 15:01

Researchers have formally identified Leopardus tilcayo, a small spotted cat native to Bolivia's Yungas cloud forest, marking the first new wild cat species described in a century.

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