New wild cat species discovered for first time in a century

Scientists have discovered and described a new species of wild cat in the forests of Bolivia, Reuters reports. This marks the first time in more than a century that a new, currently existing species within the cat family has been officially described.

The finding is considered significant for zoology, since new species within the cat family have not been formally described for many decades, making such an identification a rare event.

The report does not provide further details about the cat's appearance, size, or the specific region of Bolivia where it was found. However, the fact that the discovery was made in forested territory suggests that still-unexplored corners of ecosystems may continue to harbor species previously unknown to science.