15 newly discovered living things you did not even know existed

On the planet Earth, there are about 8.7 million species of animals, many of which we know. But, strange as it may sound, there are still species of living beings that are not classified by modern science.

Nevertheless, it is encouraging that scientists still manage to register new, unknown species that differ in their strange structure or unexplored characteristics. Are you ready to see these incredible creatures? We have prepared for you a whole list of unusual animals, the existence of which you do not even know.

1. The lasyognathus of Dynema

This species of fishing taumatichta (a species of deep-sea fish) can be found in the waters of the Gulf of Mexico at a depth of 2000 meters! The fish moves due to a well-developed tail and orientates in space with the help of its long mustache with villi.

2. The vampire ant

More recently, on the island of Madagascar, scientists have discovered a new kind of ants. An interesting name was assigned to this species due to strange features of digestion - these bizarre ants suck the blood of their small brethren.

3. Arapaima

One of the largest in the world, Arapaima is the least studied species of freshwater fish. It would seem that it was discovered long ago, but in 2016 in Guyana were discovered completely new individuals, who were nicknamed "Amazons" because of the multi-colored scales.

4. A scintillating black grind

This fanciful scamless black grind (a kind of dolphins) was discovered by scientists off the coast of Australia a couple of years ago.

5. The Himalayan Thrush

These birds have short paws, tail and wings, but a longer beak, if compared with an alpine fellow. In addition, this bird uses its short legs and tail to maneuver in the forest.

6. Illakme Tobini

The centipede was found in the marble caves of the Sequoia National Park (California). Such a discovery was very surprising to scientists, because before it people did not meet anything like this. In addition to 414 legs, the individual has four copulatory organs. As a defense, the centipede is capable of secreting a poisonous secret when it is in danger.

7. Rain frog mutant

The marble frog lives deep in the tropical forest of Ecuador. This is the first amphibian, which can change the texture (not even the color) of your skin. The rain frog mutant has an incredible ability to move from smooth to prickly skin in seconds.

8. Crows of the Ninja Shark

It was discovered in the eastern waters of the Pacific Ocean. Has an uncharacteristic for her kind of black color with white spots around the eyes and at the mouth. In addition to skin color, it differs from other deep-sea species in the absence of bioluminescent organs.

9. Spider-horse Maratus Bubo

This species of Australian spider-horse was discovered relatively recently. The name "bubo" was assigned to this eight-legged spider because of the image of the owl on the back (from the Latin Bubo Virginianus - the genus of the large horned owl).

10. The blue finch of Gran Canaria

Previously, it belonged to the same species as the larger blue finch living on the island of Tenerife. Gran Canaria finch is the last open species of birds found in Europe. This pretty bird with a sky-colored wing lives on the Canary Island of Gran Canaria, where coniferous tree species grow.

11. The road wasp Deuteragenia Ossarium

This wasp species was discovered in China. In fact, the name can be translated as "burial of bones", because these wasps are building a "nest", closing the entrance to it with dead ants. Not many people know, but the bodies of dead ants emit a pungent smell that can deter predators.

12. Phryganistria Tamdaoensis

Tamdeaneuziz - a kind of a thrusting insect, discovered in 2017. In length, the insect individuals reach 9 inches (24 cm). The insect was found in Tam Dao National Park in Vietnam. The name of the insect was given in honor of the park.

13. Crayfish of the Yeti

Discovered in 2005 in the South Pacific, the Yeti crab can be distinguished from its brethren by its long pale yellow hairs that cover his entire body. This quaint decapod crustacean can reach 15 cm in length. Inhabits the crab near the holes of hydrothermal springs in the ocean.

14. Gastropod Phyllodesmium Acanthorhinum

A new species of sea slug was discovered in Japan in 2015. The amazing creature has a very bright coloration, which also glows in the dark waters.

15. Red-headed monkey Titi

Red-headed monkey titi is probably one of the most striking monkeys in the wild. Officially, the species was discovered in 2008 in the forests of the Amazon. Nevertheless, it is believed that these monkeys were originally discovered in the 70's. the last century and soon disappeared.

Our great world is so great and not studied! Make new discoveries with us and marvel at the surrounding beauty!