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New lizard species named Liolaemus archipensis

Original: A new species was given the name Liolaemus archipensis. and when you read that your head voice pronounced it wrong and g

A newly described lizard species has been named Liolaemus archipensis, joining a large South American genus of iguanian reptiles. The name, drawn from an archipelago association, is circulating largely because readers find it amusing to pronounce, with many admitting their inner voice mangles it. Beyond the giggles, it marks another addition to one of the world's most species-rich reptile groups.

Why now: The species name reads as 'archi-penis' when pronounced, making a routine taxonomic description funny to share.

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