Scientists Confirm New Andean Wildcat Species in Bolivia

Stunned scientists discover new wild cat species after a century-see the photos

Futura, le média qui explore le monde • 25 sept. 18h39

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

Newly Identified Tiny Wild Cat Does Not Like His Celebrity

newser.com • 21 sept. 14h11

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.

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

The Independent • 19 sept. 11h50

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

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

PBS • 18 sept. 22h45

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.

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

CBS News • 18 sept. 12h50

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

Spotted wildcat from Bolivian forest revealed as new species

BBC • 17 sept. 23h15

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.

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

NBC News • 17 sept. 15h01

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.