Big news came out of the Smithsonian this week when they announced the discovery of a new mammal called the olinguito. This small and fluffy carnivore is closely related to today's raccoons, kinkajous, and olingos. The discovery of a new mammal is an extraordinarily rare occasion and highlights the vast amount of knowledge about the Earth and its species left to discover and explore.
While the Olinguito is not at present considered endangered, 42% of its former habitat has been destroyed for purposes of agriculture or housing developments. This striking fact brings back into focus the importance of environmental preservation and conservation efforts.
Click to watch the video and learn more about the Olinguito.
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