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New chameleon species discovered in Mozambique

Original: # NewSpecies ! New chameleon from # mozambique just showed up: Nadzikambia franklinae Treatment: https:// treatment.plaz

Scientists have described a new chameleon species from Mozambique, named Nadzikambia franklinae, in a paper published in the journal Vertebrate Zoology. The finding extends the known range of the genus Nadzikambia, previously associated with Mount Mabu in the region. Taxonomists and biodiversity researchers are sharing the description and its openly accessible taxonomic treatment online, highlighting the continuing discovery of undescribed vertebrates in African forests.

Why now: The formal description of a new vertebrate species is fresh news and of strong interest to biologists and biodiversity enthusiasts.

Nadzikambia franklinaeMozambiqueVertebrate Zoology (journal)Plazi

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