January 13, 2025: Have you ever imagined discovering a testate amoeba that resembles a small devil? This is exactly what we have just done!
Cylindrifflugia luciferina, a new Arcellinida species characterized by having two horns in its shell, has just been found in a pond located in the Real Jardín Botánico, a real urban paradise.
This sudden finding not only proves that new species are awaiting to be discovered everywhere, including heavily managed artificial ecosystems, but also that the biodiversity and morphology of Arcellinida will never stop surprising us. Do not lose the opportunity to admire this beauty and read our new article here!
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