New species of wild cat discovered for first time in more than a century

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Scientists have discovered a new species of wild cat for the first time in more than a century, a Bolivian researcher says.

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  • Scientists have discovered a new species of wild cat for the first time in more than a century, a Bolivian researcher says.
  • Reported by CBS News and published Fri, 18 Sep 2026 11:36:00 UTC.

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