New wild cat species discovered in Bolivia
Scientists have identified a small wild cat living in Bolivia's cloud forests as a previously unknown species—the first new cat species formally described in over a century. The discovery has attracted tourist interest to the region. The cat remains newly identified and is drawing visitors to Bolivia.

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