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Open-access, peer-reviewed journal for taxonomy, phylogeny, biogeography, and evolution of animals of any geological age from any part of the world.

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Here you can see a selection of some great animals, including Satyrex ferox, described by @alirezazamani.bsky.social in @zookeys.pensoft.net: a feisty tarantula whose male palps are the longest ever found, possibly to help it against a "highly aggressive female!"

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New tarantula species so feisty, males evolved the longest genitalia to survive mating | Blog
Four new species of tarantulas have been discovered, highly unusual due to their male sexual organs, which are the longest known among all tarantulas.
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January 9, 2026 at 1:03 PM
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Another great animal discovered last year is Phyllidia ovata, the so-called eggy sea slug described in @zookeys.pensoft.net. While nudibranchs can come in all kinds of colours, we have to admit this one looks particularly appetizing!

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Two new species of wart sea slugs discovered from North Sulawesi, Indonesia | Blog
The discovery adds to the rich biodiversity of the Indo-Pacific region.
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January 9, 2026 at 1:03 PM